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CA SB977

CA SB977
Chain restaurants: children’s meals.


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Introduced
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Section 114379.10 of, and to add Sections 114379.35 and 114379.36 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to children’s health.

AI Summary

This bill requires chain restaurants, defined as establishments with 20 or more locations under the same name and menu, to offer at least one children's meal that meets specific nutritional standards, including a maximum of 550 calories, 700 milligrams of sodium, 10% of calories from saturated fat, 15 grams of added sugar, and zero grams of trans fat, and must include at least two servings of fruits, vegetables, dairy, protein, or whole grains, with the bill also mandating that these healthier options be clearly marked on menus with an icon or symbol and that by July 1, 2026, employees receive training on how to comply with these new requirements, which are intended to promote children's health and are based on existing dietary guidelines.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Com. on HEALTH. (on 02/11/2026)

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