S2034
An Act to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks
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Bill overview
This bill aims to encourage the consumption of healthier beverage options by promoting alternatives to sugary drinks. It seeks to support the availability and accessibility of these healthier choices within Massachusetts. The bill’s specific mechanisms are currently under consideration through hearings and potential revisions. The goal is to improve public health outcomes by reducing the intake of sugary drinks.
Key provisions
- Promotes healthy alternatives to sugary drinks.
- Supports the availability of healthier beverage options.
- Likely involves provisions related to public awareness campaigns.
- May include incentives for retailers to offer healthier choices.
- Could potentially address the marketing of sugary drinks to children.
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Retailers of beverages
- Public health organizations
- The beverage industry
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Primary sponsor
Jason M. Lewis
Cosponsors
Jason M. Lewis
Michael J. Barrett
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Bill S.2034 194th (Current)
An Act to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2034) of Jason M. Lewis and Michael J. Barrett for legislation to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Jason M. Lewis
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2034
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 1/8/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2752 |
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