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This bill prohibits the use of synthetic substances in school meals at both the Hawaii Department of Education and public charter schools. Specifically, the bill defines "synthetic substances" as food coloring, color additives, or colorants that impart color when added to food or beverages. The legislation would apply to all school meal programs in these educational settings, effectively banning artificial colors from meals served to students. By adding new sections to Chapters 302A and 302D of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, the bill aims to ensure that school meals do not contain these synthetic color-related substances. The act would take effect immediately upon approval, requiring schools to modify their meal preparation practices to comply with the new restriction on synthetic substances.

Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=545&year=2025