SF3482 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Sale of foods containing FD&C Yellow No. 5 or 6 to schools prohibition
Related bill: HF3271
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to enhance consumer protection specifically aimed at food safety in schools. It seeks to limit the exposure of students to certain artificial food colorings by prohibiting their sale in schools.
Main Provisions
- The bill prohibits the sale, offering for sale, distribution, or offering for use of foods containing artificial colors FDC Yellow No. 5 and FDC Yellow No. 6 in schools.
- This regulation targets any person or entity involved in these activities regarding school supplies.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Introduces a new provision in the Minnesota Statutes chapter 325F that specifically addresses the sale of food containing these color additives to schools.
Exemptions
- The bill specifies that home schools are not subject to this prohibition and are thus exempt from these regulations.
Relevant Terms
- FDC Yellow No. 5
- FDC Yellow No. 6
- Artificial food colorings
- School food safety
- Consumer protection in schools
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 05, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| May 05, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Commerce and Consumer Protection |
Progress through the legislative process
In Committee