Competitive Foods in Schools

Laws/Regulations


Connecticut General Statutes (C.G.S.) for Competitive Foods in Public Schools

The C.G.S. apply to all public schools including schools that do not choose the healthy food option of HFC and schools that do not participate in the USDA school nutrition programs.

Connecticut Competitive Foods Regulations

Lunch Periods

Nonprogram Foods

Placement of Vending Machines: ADS-BESB Right of First Refusal

C.G.S. Section 17a-818 requires that a school district must grant a permit to the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (ADS-BESB) to operate a vending machine if the school district has determined that a vending machine is desirable in the location. School districts cannot allow another organization to place a vending machine in a school building unless 1) the school district has first offered to grant a permit to ADS-BESB to operate the vending machine; and 2) ADS-BESB has declined the opportunity. This statute does not apply to vending machines that are owned and operated by the school district without outside assistance.

Smart Snacks

Other Laws