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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
05/28/2020
05/28/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to prohibit the marketing of sugary drinks in schools. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill proposes several measures to protect youth from the health risks of sugary drinks. It would prohibit the marketing of sugary drinks in schools, require warning labels on sugary drink advertisements, and limit the default beverage options in children's meals at chain restaurants to healthier choices like water, milk, or 100% juice. Additionally, the bill establishes a special commission to evaluate and make recommendations for expanding access to drinking water in public places across Massachusetts.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Brian Ashe (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Kay Khan (D),
John Lawn (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 05/28/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1291 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1291.pdf |
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