AN ACT relating to school nutrition.

HB 439 bans schools in Kentucky from selling or providing foods containing specific artificial additives (like certain dyes and brominated oils) during the school day, directly affecting students and school food providers. The bill defines "ultra-processed food" by listing 11 prohibited substances (e.g., Red Dye 3, Yellow Dye 5) and prohibits their sale in cafeterias, vending machines, school stores, or student-run fundraisers starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It exempts fundraisers held off school property or outside school hours. The bill also retains a prior rule limiting fast-food access to one day per week. This is a policy change focused on restricting specific additives in school food environments.