HI HB1674

Prohibits child care facilities licensed by the Department of Human Services from serving sugar-sweetened beverages to any child in their care.

Restricts natural fruit juice and natural vegetable juice to children one year of age or older, with a maximum of four ounces per day; prohibits these juices entirely for children under one year of age.

Allows exceptions for children with documented medical necessity for sugar-sweetened beverages or juices, as verified by a physician.

Exempts beverages provided by parents or guardians for their own children at child care facilities from these restrictions.

Compliance is monitored only during regular departmental visits and inspections; no separate inspections are required solely to enforce these beverage standards.