Outline of the state of District of Columbia
District of Columbia
Restricted to foods that meet Smart Snack standards

Restricts Marketing of Unhealthy Choices

Restricts Marketing of Unhealthy Choices

State law requires restricting advertising/marketing of foods and beverages to those that meet Smart Snacks.

Code of the District of Columbia 38–822.06. Healthy vending fundraising and prizes in public schools.

(f) Foods and beverages that do not meet the nutritional requirements of subsection (a) of this section shall not be:

  • (1) Used as incentives, prizes, or awards in public schools or public charter schools; or
  • (2) Advertised or marketed in public schools and public charter schools through posters, signs, book covers, scoreboards, supplies, equipment, or other means
Policy Type
Statute
Source
Code of the District of Columbia

Local Wellness Policy Template

The local wellness policy template, intended to support LEAs in developing or updating the local wellness policies, requires that advertising and marketing be limited to only those foods and beverages that meet the USDA Smart Snacks in School nutrition Standard.

Policy Type
Non-codified
Source
Local Wellness Policy Template