Bill > S04644

This bill enacts the Healthy Food Service Guidelines for New York Act of 2021, directing the Department of Health to develop state food standards for foods purchased, served, sold, and promoted by state agencies, programs, and institutions, as well as on state property. The guidelines must be consistent with or exceed the federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans and include recommendations for using sustainably and locally grown New York State food products. The bill outlines the applicability of the guidelines to various state entities and the implementation of the guidelines, including providing technical and supervisory assistance to state agencies.