This bill seeks to amend and reenact section 16-7-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to allow the use of specific food colorings—namely FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Blue No. 2, FD&C Green No. 3, FD&C Red No. 3, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 5, and FD&C Yellow No. 6—in dietary supplements as defined by the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The proposed legal language clarifies that these colorings will not be considered harmful or adulterating when used in dietary supplements, thereby aligning state law with federal regulations.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that states the amendments made during the 2025 regular session of the Legislature will take effect on January 1, 2028. This change aims to modernize the state's regulations regarding food colorings in dietary supplements, ensuring that they are consistent with federal standards and promoting the safe use of these additives in consumer products.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-7-2