Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
Texas SB314 mandates a strict ban on 18 specific food additives, including Red 40, Yellow 5, and Titanium Dioxide, in free or reduced-price school meals. This legislation forces a supply chain overhaul for food manufacturers, distributors, and Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) serving Texas public and charter schools, shifting compliance liability and reformulation costs directly onto the vendor.
Sen. Bryan Hughes·Senate Bill·Regular Session
Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) • Texas Education Agency (TEA)
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Affected business types:
mediumModerate costs expected for implementation.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about SB314
Texas SB314 mandates a strict ban on 18 specific food additives, including Red 40, Yellow 5, and Titanium Dioxide, in free or reduced-price school meals. This legislation forces a supply chain overhaul for food manufacturers, distributors, and Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) serving Texas public and charter schools, shifting compliance liability and reformulation costs directly onto the vendor.
SB314 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the Regular Session.
SB314 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 27, 2025.
SB314 is enforced by Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and Texas Education Agency (TEA).
The cost impact of SB314 is estimated as "medium". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB314 addresses topics including education, education--primary & secondary, education--primary & secondary--charter schools, education--primary & secondary--general and education--school districts.
Key dates for SB314: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB314 establishes the following penalties: administrative penalty of Potential loss of program funding/reimbursement for Providing free or reduced-price meals containing prohibited additives (e.g., Red 40, Yellow 5, Titanium Dioxide, BVO) after the applicability date.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
SB314 primarily affects healthcare providers and medical facilities. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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