California Passes Bill to Ban Artificial Dyes in School Foods

Governor Newsom to decide on legislation targeting six synthetic dyes linked to behavioral issues in children.

The California School Food Safety Act aims to ban Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3 in public school foods.
The bill, introduced by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, seeks to protect children's health and improve learning conditions.
If signed, the law will take effect in December 2027, making California the first state to implement such a ban.
FDA maintains that most children are not adversely affected by these dyes, though some may be sensitive.
The legislation follows California's previous bans on other harmful food additives, influencing nationwide regulations.