This bill aims to prohibit the use of certain color additives in school meals served in public elementary and secondary schools in Nebraska. It defines "color additive" and "school meal" based on federal regulations as they existed on January 1, 2026. The bill specifies that starting August 1, 2026, schools will not be allowed to offer any food as part of a school meal that contains specific color additives, which include Blue No. 1, Blue No. 2, Green No. 3, Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, and Yellow No. 6, as identified by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

The legislation is designed to ensure that school meals are free from these particular color additives, reflecting a growing concern over the health implications of artificial ingredients in food served to children. By establishing these restrictions, the bill seeks to promote healthier eating habits among students and align school meal offerings with current health standards.