Senate committee hears testimony on banning synthetic food dyes from school meals Lawmakers heard sponsor and health advocates on SB 187, which would prohibit six synthetic food dyes in breakfasts and lunches provided by schools, with proponents citing health risks and staff reporting limited fiscal impact to districts and a Jan. 1, 2028 effective date.

Alaska lawmakers are considering a bold move to ban harmful synthetic food dyes in school meals, prioritizing children's health over colorful additives.

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Georgia seeks tortilla fortification to prevent spina bifida in babies Georgia's new bill aims to require folic acid fortification in tortillas to prevent disabilities.

A revolutionary proposal in Georgia could fortify tortillas with folic acid to significantly reduce spina bifida rates in newborns, especially in Hispanic communities.

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