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MA H1846

MA H1846
Creating a commission to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a commission to study the relationship between high sodium and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and other public spaces, and its impact on public health. The commission will include members from various stakeholder groups, such as the food industry, public schools, healthcare facilities, and the medical and nutrition communities. The commission will make recommendations on educating food providers and the public about these impacts, and whether any regulatory actions are necessary to disclose sugar and sodium content on menus. The commission is required to publish its findings and recommendations within 2 years of the bill's effective date.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4558 (on 03/12/2020)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1846 02/27/2019
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1846.pdf 02/27/2019
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