Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5115: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL FOOD DYE RESTRICTION ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5115 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- SCHOOL FOOD DYE RESTRICTION ACT. Primary sponsor: Tina Spears (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of foods containing certain artificial food dyes within school systems in the State of Rhode Island commencing January 1, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/12/2025)
- 01/22/2025 Introduced, referred to House Education