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NY A10172

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/20/2014

Primary Sponsor

Karim Camara

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Origin

Assembly

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires safety warning labels reading "SAFETY WARNING: DRINKING BEVERAGES WITH ADDED SUGAR CONTRIBUTES TO OBESITY, DIABETES AND TOOTH DECAY" on all sealed containers of sugar-sweetened beverages containing 75+ calories per 12 fluid ounces.

  • Specifies minimum font sizes and character density requirements for warning labels based on container size, ranging from 1 millimeter for containers 8 ounces or smaller to 3 millimeters for containers 1 liter or larger.

  • Mandates warning labels on vending machines, beverage dispensing machines, and point-of-purchase locations where sugar-sweetened beverages in unsealed containers are sold or dispensed.

  • Exempts beverages containing 100% natural fruit or vegetable juice, medical dietary aids, infant formula, and milk-based beverages from labeling requirements.

  • Establishes civil penalties of $50-$500 for violations, effective January 1st following enactment.

Legislative Description

Requires sugar-sweetened beverages to be labeled with a safety warning.

Last Action

referred to consumer affairs and protection

8/20/2014

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs and Protection8/20/2014

Full Bill Text

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