Utah school board debates food dye ban implementation, pauses staff communications for revision
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Utah school board members debated implementation of a new state law banning certain food dyes and additives in schools starting 2026-27. The board discussed exceptions for parent-provided food, teacher-provided food with permission, and concession sales. A policy committee drafted a one-page parent infographic and teacher agreement, but members requested pausing a wide staff memo until communications are revised.
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Policy committee drafted a one-page parent infographic and teacher agreement
Members asked to pause wide staff memo until communications are revised
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