By rssfeeds-admin The bill bans potassium bromate and propylparaben, chemicals often found in the flour of baked goods. Businesses in the state would not be allowed to distribute food products with the additives.
The Senate sponsor, Sen. Willie Preston (D-Chicago), said these food additives are harmful.
“This legislation emphasizes the importance of consumer protection across our state,” Preston said. “We must ensure that we prioritize keeping children and families safe from toxic chemicals and making sure they are informed and have access to safer alternative options.”
Preston also added that children face increased risk from chemicals as their bodies grow and their diets consist of many foods with these chemicals.
“We have taken a pivotal step forward to protect all Illinoisans from having a dangerous and poisonous food supply,” Preston said. “Together, we can set a national standard for safer food, and ensure that every family in Illinois can trust that their food is safe.”
This comes after the FDA banned the use of Red Dye 3 in food, beverages and medications earlier this year.
The bill passed the Senate Thursday and now heads to the Illinois House of Representatives. If signed into law the ban would go into effect at the start of 2028.
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