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MA H2226
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
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 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 elevated sodium and added sugars in meals served in restaurants, schools, hospitals, workplaces, government buildings, and other public spaces, and its impact on public health. The commission will consist of members with expertise in nutrition, dietetics, and various medical specialties, as well as representatives from the food industry, public schools, healthcare facilities, and the health insurance industry. The commission will make recommendations on actions to educate food providers and the public about the impacts of sodium and added sugars, and consider issues related to health, healthcare, nutrition disparities, and costs to individuals, communities, and the medical system. The commission will publish its findings and recommendations, along with any necessary legislation, within two years of the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Ruth Balser (D)*,
Linda Campbell (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Rich Haggerty (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Jim O'Day (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5197 (on 09/06/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2226 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2226.pdf |
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