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MA S1467
Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to expand access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property. It requires all food and beverages sold through vending machines on government property to meet nutritional standards established by the Commissioner of Public Health. The bill sets a phased implementation schedule for vendors and non-RSA (Randolph-Shepard Act) vendors to meet the nutritional standards, and empowers the Commissioner to monitor compliance and take enforcement actions against vendors who fail to comply. The bill also requires the Commissioner to review and update the nutritional standards every 5 years and provide guidance and training to ensure successful implementation.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Jason Lewis (D)*,
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Carol Doherty (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2692 (on 02/14/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1467 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1467.pdf |
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