California Passes Bill Banning 6 Chemical Dyes in School Food

Published on August 31, 2024

Lawmakers in California passed a bill seeking to ban certain dyes from being used in food supplied to schools, as the chemicals pose a potential risk to children’s health. In March, state Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, a Democrat, introduced AB 2316 which prohibits schools from serving foods containing six synthetic food dyes—Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3. The bill also bans the presence of titanium dioxide, a coloring agent used often in paints, cosmetics, plastics, and sunscreens. These additives have been linked to several harms in children, including neurobehavioral issues, hyperactivity, cancer, and immune system effects. On Thursday, the California Legislature passed the bill. If Gov. Gavin Newsom signs the bill, it will take effect on Dec. 31, 2027....

Continue reading on website
Other news

Cinnamon Recalled in 5 US States Due to Lead Contamination

August 31, 2024
Illinois-based Asli Fine Foods is pulling out batches of ground cinnamon from the market after samples showed the presence of lead, according to a company announcement reposted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The recalled item, “Asli Cinnamon Powder 7 oz,” comes in a plastic bag with Lot number “DDDLUS” and UPC number 703440150723, said the Aug. 29 recall announcement.The products w

No Start Date for Supreme Court Renovation Amid Lengthy Relocation Delay

August 31, 2024
Preparation of a temporary new home for the Supreme Court of Canada is three years behind schedule due to a series of unforeseen challenges.At the same time, officials say there are no firm dates for beginning — or wrapping up — badly needed renovations to the top court’s stately permanent building on Ottawa’s Wellington Street.A thorough revamp of the Supreme Court building had originally been se