A 5862 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits advertising for certain foods from being shown on television during certain hours

This bill prohibits television stations from airing advertisements for specific "junk foods" between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. It defines "junk food" as items exceeding certain thresholds for calories (over 400 per serving), sodium (over 480mg), unhealthy fats, or sugar (e.g., over 35% of calories from fat or over 15g total sugar per serving). The law applies directly to TV stations and advertisers, making it a misdemeanor to broadcast such ads during the restricted hours. The bill takes effect one year after enactment.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 24, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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