SC H4339

Prohibits public schools (excluding charter schools) participating in federal meal programs from serving ultraprocessed foods containing 11 specific additives—including potassium bromate, titanium dioxide, brominated vegetable oil, and artificial dyes (Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3)—beginning July 1, 2027

Requires food suppliers to disclose all ingredients by common or chemical name on packaging, prohibiting umbrella terms like "artificial colors" or "natural flavors"

Establishes enforcement through annual school certifications, random audits with third-party lab testing every two years, and a tiered penalty system: first violation triggers a warning and 60-day correction period with mandatory training; second violation incurs fines up to $5,000 per supplier (paid to school for vegetable gardens); third violation may disqualify supplier for one fiscal year

Mandates the Department of Education review scientific evidence every five years, in consultation with the Department of Agriculture, to determine if additional additives should be banned

Estimated fiscal impact includes $93,750 annually for state implementation and district costs ranging from $5,000 to $8.5 million, with some districts projecting 25-50% increases in food service budgets