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NY S02540

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2021

Primary Sponsor

Gustavo Rivera

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires safety warning label stating "SAFETY WARNING: Drinking beverages with added sugar contributes to obesity, diabetes and tooth decay" on all sealed containers of sugar-sweetened beverages containing 75 or more calories per 12 fluid ounces.

  • Mandates warning labels on packaging for concentrates and multipacks, displayed in bold type on a contrasting background on the principal display panel.

  • Requires warning signs on vending machines, beverage dispensing machines, and at point-of-purchase locations (including menus) for unsealed beverages sold by businesses with three or more stores in New York under common control.

  • Exempts beverages that are 100% natural fruit or vegetable juice, dietary aids, infant formula, milk-based products, and alcoholic beverages from labeling requirements.

  • Authorizes the Attorney General and local officials to enforce the law through injunctions and civil penalties ranging from $50 to $500 per violation, with retailers exempt unless they are the manufacturer or packager or knowingly violated requirements.

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE

1/5/2022

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/21/2021

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