Texas HB3738 mandates an annual study on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in school lunches.

HB3738 requires the Texas Department of Agriculture, with assistance from the Texas Education Agency, to conduct an annual study on PFAS levels in school lunches. The study will analyze samples of food distributed under the school lunch program and other foods commonly purchased by schools using program subsidies. The department must submit an annual report to the governor, lieutenant governor, speaker of the house, and each member of the legislature by December 31 each year. The initial report is due by December 31, 2026.

Texas HB3738 mandates an annual study on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in school lunches.

HB3738 requires the Texas Department of Agriculture, with assistance from the Texas Education Agency, to conduct an annual study on PFAS levels in school lunches. The study will analyze samples of food distributed under the school lunch program and other foods commonly purchased by schools using program subsidies. The department must submit an annual report to the governor, lieutenant governor, speaker of the house, and each member of the legislature by December 31 each year. The initial report is due by December 31, 2026.