Texas Senate Bill 25, if signed by Gov. Greg Abbott, would mandate warning labels on foods containing certain ingredients deemed 'not recommended for human consumption,' such as synthetic food dyes and bleached flour. This initiative is part of the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement and has drawn opposition from the Consumer Brands Association, which argues it would lead to inaccurate labeling, legal risks, consumer confusion, and higher costs.
'Not recommended for human consumption' label may be required on chips, candies in Texas
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Texas Senate Bill 25, if signed by Gov. Greg Abbott, would mandate warning labels on foods containing certain ingredients deemed 'not recommended for human consumption,' such as synthetic food dyes and bleached flour. This initiative is part of the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement and has drawn opposition from the Consumer Brands Association, which argues it would lead to inaccurate labeling, legal risks, consumer confusion, and higher costs.
Trending- 1 January (unspecified year): FDA banned red dye 3.
- 2 April (unspecified year): Fox News Digital asked U.S. Health and Human Resources Secretary Robert F. Kennedy about how Americans will be able to identify products that comply with the phase-out of petroleum-based dyes.
- 3 This week (June 2025): John Hewitt, senior vice president of state affairs for the Consumer Brands Association, told Fox News Digital that they are urging Abbott to veto the bill.
- 4 Currently: Texas Senate Bill 25 is on Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
- 5 If signed: Labeling required starting Jan. 1, 2027.
- If signed, food manufacturers would need to add warning labels by Jan. 1, 2027.
- Potential legal risks for brands.
- Consumer confusion and higher costs for products.
- Increased awareness of ingredients in ultra-processed foods.
- Potential shift in consumer purchasing habits towards healthier options.
What: Texas Senate Bill 25 proposes requiring warning labels on ultra-processed foods containing specific ingredients banned in Canada, the EU, or the UK.
When: Bill is currently on Gov. Greg Abbott's desk; if signed, labels would be required starting Jan. 1, 2027. FDA banned red dye 3 in January (unspecified year, but implied recent).
Where: Texas, United States. Mentions Canada, European Union, United Kingdom for ingredient bans.
Why: To address health concerns linked to ultra-processed foods (depression, obesity, Type 2 diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease) and promote healthier consumption.
How: Through legislative action (Senate Bill 25) and potential executive approval (Gov. Abbott's signature).