The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section to Title 15, Chapter 2 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. Specifically, it would prohibit any school participating in federally funded meal programs from serving, selling, or allowing third-party sales of ultraprocessed foods on campus during the normal school day, starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It clarifies that this prohibition does not extend to parents or guardians providing such foods to their children during school hours. Additionally, the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) would be required to maintain a standardized compliance certification form and a list of compliant schools on its website.

The bill also defines "ultraprocessed food" by listing specific ingredients associated with these products, such as potassium bromate and various artificial dyes. Furthermore, it includes legislative findings that highlight concerns about childhood obesity and the nutritional quality of foods served in schools, asserting that taxpayer-funded meal programs should prioritize nutritious, minimally processed foods. The legislation would be officially titled the "Arizona Healthy Schools Act" and would take effect on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-242.01
House Engrossed Version: 15-242.01
Chaptered Version: 15-242.01