Bill > HB4369

This bill amends Michigan's Food Law to prohibit schools from providing, selling, offering for sale, or making available certain food items containing specific substances starting July 1, 2028. The banned substances include brominated vegetable oil (a food additive that can act as an emulsifier), potassium bromate (a chemical sometimes used in flour), propylparaben (a preservative), and five specific food dyes: Red 40, Green 3, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Yellow 6. These substances have been linked to potential health concerns in scientific research. The prohibition applies to both public and nonpublic schools as defined in the Revised School Code, which means the ban will affect a wide range of educational institutions. The goal appears to be improving the nutritional quality and safety of food served to students by removing potentially harmful additives and artificial coloring agents from school food environments.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4369