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Committee backs working group to study energy drink consumption by children and point‑of‑sale signage
Summary
HB 5269 would establish a working group to study energy drink consumption by children and require certain point‑of‑sale signage. Supporters cited medical testimony and concerns about youth use; some members said they prefer a study group rather than immediate restrictions. The bill was moved to the floor for further consideration and votes were held open.
The committee considered HB 5269, an act to establish a working group to study energy drink consumption by children and require certain signage at point of sale.
Senator Cohen described testimony he had heard and said the bill could raise awareness of medical concerns tied…
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