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End Tax Breaks for Ads of Food of Poor Nutritional Quality Targeting Children

This act aims to combat childhood obesity by denying tax deductions for advertising food of poor nutritional quality directed at children. Revenue generated from these changes will be transferred to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
Key points
Companies will no longer be allowed to deduct advertising costs for food of poor nutritional quality aimed at children age 14 or under.
The National Academy of Medicine will develop procedures to evaluate and identify food of poor nutritional quality.
An amount equal to the increase in revenue from the denial of tax deductions will be transferred to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
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Print number: 117_S_5086
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2022-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Subsidizing Childhood Obesity Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5086.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies will no longer be allowed to deduct advertising costs for food of poor nutritional quality aimed at children age 14 or under.
  • The National Academy of Medicine will develop procedures to evaluate and identify food of poor nutritional quality.
  • An amount equal to the increase in revenue from the denial of tax deductions will be transferred to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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