Bill > HB3015

This bill modifies Oregon's existing school nutrition regulations by prohibiting three specific chemical additives (Red Number 3, potassium bromate, and propylparaben) from being included in food and beverage items sold to students in public schools during the regular or extended school day. The bill builds upon existing nutritional standards that already regulate the calorie, fat, sugar, and serving size of food and beverage items sold in schools, which vary depending on the grade levels of students. These standards apply to food and beverage sales during school hours, including before and after classes and during school-related activities like clubs and practices, but do not apply to events where parents or other adults are present or to meals served as part of federal school lunch and breakfast programs. The restrictions do not prevent school districts from adopting even more stringent nutritional guidelines, and schools are required to annually report their compliance with these standards to the Department of Education. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2027, giving schools and food providers ample time to adjust their offerings to meet the new requirements.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3015