Vermont H0417 prohibits certain artificial dyes in foods and beverages served or sold at school.

Vermont H0417 prohibits school districts and approved independent schools from serving foods or beverages containing specific artificial dyes during the school day. The dyes prohibited are Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6. This prohibition does not apply to foods or beverages sold away from the school campus or after the school day ends until midnight. The bill defines "competitive food" and "school day" for clarity. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2027.

Vermont H0417 prohibits certain artificial dyes in foods and beverages served or sold at school.

Vermont H0417 prohibits school districts and approved independent schools from serving foods or beverages containing specific artificial dyes during the school day. The dyes prohibited are Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6. This prohibition does not apply to foods or beverages sold away from the school campus or after the school day ends until midnight. The bill defines "competitive food" and "school day" for clarity. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2027.