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.
Who this affects
federal agencies · schools · military dining
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill stops the federal government from buying food with certain color additives.
2It prioritizes purchasing food that does not contain any color additives.
3The banned color additives include Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, and others.
4The changes will take effect six months after the bill becomes law.
