CT HB06185

Establishes a working group to study medical risks of energy drink consumption by children and the potential effects of prohibiting sales to minors, with a report due by November 1, 2025

Defines "energy drink" as a soft drink containing at least 80 milligrams of caffeine per nine fluid ounces, plus methylxanthines, B vitamins, herbal ingredients, or an "energy blend" label

Working group membership includes legislators, a pediatric cardiologist, advertising expert, food retailer representative, energy drink manufacturer representative, and a parent of a child who experienced adverse health effects from energy drinks

Department of Consumer Protection must develop a consumer notice about health risks of children consuming energy drinks by December 1, 2025, incorporating working group recommendations

All retailers selling energy drinks in Connecticut must post the health risk notice at point of sale beginning January 1, 2026