IL HR0262

Two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese, with obesity rates in children doubling and tripling in teens since 1980; 24.9% of Illinoisans are obese.

Obesity increases risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and other health problems, while meals eaten outside the home have significantly increased over the past two decades.

The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) of 1990 established national standards for packaged food labeling and helped consumers make healthier choices.

Urges the United States Congress to pass a national standard requiring chain restaurants with 20 or more locations to disclose calories, fat, cholesterol, carbohydrates, fiber, sodium, sugars, and protein on menus, menu boards, signs, inserts, or appendices.

Directs Illinois congressional delegation to receive copies of this resolution.