H.B. No. 3456 is a bill that aims to prohibit the sale of drinks containing high fructose corn syrup in school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in Texas. The bill introduces a new section, Section 33.9011, to the Education Code, which states that, with the exception of sales at sporting events or other special events organized by the school or district, these institutions may not sell any drinks that contain high fructose corn syrup.

The provisions of this bill will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year. Additionally, the bill stipulates that it will become effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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