Why This Matters
The Dye Free Procurement Act aims to eliminate the use of certain artificial color additives in food purchased by the federal government. This is important for promoting healthier food options in government programs.
If you rely on federal food programs, the food you receive could be free of certain artificial color additives.
Affects: This bill affects federal agencies that buy food for programs like schools and military dining.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill stops the federal government from buying food with certain color additives. 2. It prioritizes purchasing food that does not contain any color additives. 3. The banned color additives include Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, and others. 4. The changes will take effect six months after the bill becomes law.
Who is affected?
This bill affects federal agencies that buy food for programs like schools and military dining.