CT SB00651

Establishes nutrition standards for child day care centers, group day care homes, and family day care homes, effective October 1, 2013.

Prohibits all child care facilities from providing beverages with added sweeteners (artificial or natural) to children.

Prohibits juice for children 8 months of age or younger; allows 100% juice only for children 9 months and older, limited to 6 ounces per day maximum.

Restricts milk provided to children 2 years and older to 1% milk fat or lower, unless higher fat content is medically required and documented by the child's medical provider.

Requires all child care facilities to make potable water readily available and accessible to children throughout the day, with water fountains or individual disposable cups provided within reach.