After initially opposing legislation that would have banned the use of all trans fatty acids in Montgomery County restaurants beginning in January 2008, the Restaurant Association of Maryland said it will be OK with a phased-in approach.

On Tuesday, the Montgomery County Council approved a ban that will be phased in over the next two years. Beginning in January 2008, restaurants no longer can use trans fats in fried foods, but they will be given until January 2009 to make the switch for baked goods.

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