Texas HB3736 prohibits certain additives in food and drinks provided by school districts.

Texas HB3736 amends the Education Code to prohibit school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from providing food or drinks containing specific additives. The prohibited substances include red 3, red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1, blue 2, green 3, caramel, and any additive substantially similar to those listed. The prohibition takes effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The act can take immediate effect if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3736 prohibits certain additives in food and drinks provided by school districts.

Texas HB3736 amends the Education Code to prohibit school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from providing food or drinks containing specific additives. The prohibited substances include red 3, red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1, blue 2, green 3, caramel, and any additive substantially similar to those listed. The prohibition takes effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year. The act can take immediate effect if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.