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NY A04824
Bill
Status
2/8/2011
Primary Sponsor
Peter Rivera
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "New York State Healthy Kids Act" to set nutritional standards for foods and beverages sold in schools.
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Requires the Commissioners of Health, Education, and Agriculture and Markets to develop recommendations for nutritional standards by August 31, 2012, reviewing evidence on food coloring, chemical additives, and artificial sweeteners.
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Mandates the Board of Regents and Commissioner of Education to promulgate regulations establishing nutritional standards for snacks, à la carte items, and beverages by December 31, 2012, effective September 1, 2013.
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Prohibits sale of sweetened soda, chewing gum, candy, and water ices (except 100% fruit-based) before, during, and after school day from cafeterias, vending machines, and school stores.
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Applies to school districts, charter schools, non-public schools participating in federal lunch programs, and boards of cooperative educational services, with State Comptroller charged with reviewing compliance during annual audits.
Legislative Description
Enacts the "New York state healthy kids act", to provide that only healthy foods and beverages be served, during the school day, in all schools in the state; directs the board of regents and the commissioner of education to establish nutritional standards therefor.
Last Action
enacting clause stricken
9/4/2012