Text in progress in the Chamber requires exchange for fresh food in passenger transport and provides for warning, fine and suspension
Bill 1094/26, by Deputy Sidney Leite (PSD-AM), wants to prohibit air, road, rail and waterway transport companies operating in Brazil from providing ultra-processed foods to passengers. Under analysis in the Chamber of Deputies, the proposal intends to encourage healthier food environments, with the replacement of these products by fresh or minimally processed options.
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According to the Food Guide for the Brazilian Population, from the Ministry of Health, ultra-processed foods are industrially manufactured items with a high content of additives — such as preservatives, sweeteners, and colorings — in addition to excess sugar, fat, and sodium. In the justification, the author argues that the measure also contributes to the population’s food awareness and to reduce the negative effects of excessive consumption of these products. If the law is approved, companies will have 180 days to comply.
In case of non-compliance, the proposal provides for sanctions such as a warning (official notification for the company’s adequacy), administrative fine or suspension of authorization to provide meals on board. Inspection will be the responsibility of transport regulatory agencies and health agencies at the federal, state and municipal levels.
As it is being processed in a conclusive manner, the text will be analyzed by three committees of the Chamber: those of Traffic and Transport; Health; and Constitution and Justice and Citizenship. To become law, the proposal needs to be approved by the Chamber and then by the Federal Senate.
With information from the Câmara de Notícias Agency
