NJ Healthy Schools Act prohibits sale and distribution of ultraprocessed foods in schools participating in federally funded meal programs.
The NJ Healthy Schools Act aims to improve student health by prohibiting the sale and distribution of ultraprocessed foods in schools participating in federally funded or assisted meal programs, effective September 2026. Ultraprocessed foods are defined as those containing certain chemical additives and synthetic dyes linked to potential health risks. The bill does not restrict parents from providing such foods to their children.
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