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NJ S3785
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Zwicker
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AI Summary
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Bans four substances from all commercial food for human consumption in New Jersey: brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, and red dye 3 (FD&C Red No. 3)
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Prohibits six artificial food dyes from being served, sold, or given away in schools during the school day: Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3
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Commercial food restrictions take effect 13 months after enactment; school food dye ban takes effect August 1, 2028
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Violations of commercial food adulteration laws are punishable by penalties of $50 to $1,000 per offense, enforced by the Department of Health
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School food exemptions apply to medically authorized special diets, school nurses providing individual health care, and students with dietary needs specified in Individual Education Plans
Legislative Description
Prohibits certain substances in sale, distribution, and manufacture of commercial foods for human consumption; bans certain substances in school food.
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
3/5/2026