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CA SB977

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Akilah Weber Pierson

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires chain restaurants (20+ locations) selling children's meals to offer at least one meal meeting specific nutrition standards: maximum 550 calories, 700mg sodium, 10% calories from saturated fat, 15g added sugar, and zero trans fat

  • Mandates the qualifying children's meal include at least 2 servings from approved food groups: ½ cup fruit, ½ cup vegetables, ½ cup low-fat dairy, protein serving (1 oz meat/poultry/seafood, 1 egg, or alternatives), or 8+ grams whole grains

  • Requires chain restaurants to display a prominent icon or symbol on menus identifying meals that meet the healthy nutrition standards

  • Chain restaurants must train employees on compliance requirements by July 1, 2026

  • Violations constitute an infraction under the California Retail Food Code, enforceable by local agencies

Legislative Description

Chain restaurants: children’s meals.

Last Action

Set for hearing March 25.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Health2/11/2026
Rules2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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