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- H.R.5232
H.R.5232: Stop Subsidizing Childhood Obesity Act
About This Bill
- Introduced May 13, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2016
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 13, 2016
Bill Summary
Stop Subsidizing Childhood Obesity Act This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to deny a tax deduction for: (1) advertising or marketing directed at children (age 14 or under) for food of poor nutritional quality or a brand primarily associated with food of poor nutritional quality; and (2) for related expenses, including for travel, goods or services constituting entertainment, amusement, or recreation, gifts, or other promotion expenses....
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 19, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
|
| May 13, 2016 |
Referred to House Education and the Workforce
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| May 13, 2016 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| May 13, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) |