Prohibits certain substances in sale, distribution, and manufacture of commercial foods for human consumption; bans certain substances in school food.
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the sale, distribution, and manufacture of certain substances in commercial foods for human consumption and bans specific artificial dyes in school food. It adds brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, and red dye 3 to the list of substances considered adulterants in food. The bill also restricts the sale of certain sugary and fatty foods and beverages in schools, aiming to improve student nutrition.
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Michael Testa
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