S.B. No. 314 is a legislative act that aims to prohibit certain food additives from being included in free or reduced-price meals provided by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in Texas. The bill introduces a new section, 33.9011, to the Education Code, which defines specific food additives that cannot be present in meals served under the national school breakfast and lunch programs. The prohibited substances include brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, various artificial colors, and several other additives, as well as any additive that is substantially similar to those listed.

The act is set to take effect for contracts entered into or renewed on or after September 1, 2026, and applies to the 2026-2027 school year. It also includes a provision that allows school districts or charter schools to receive a waiver under Section 7.056 without being in violation of this prohibition. The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that meals provided to eligible students are free from these specified harmful additives, promoting healthier eating options in schools.

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