Dye Free Procurement Act

HR 6653, the Dye Free Procurement Act, prohibits federal agencies from renewing or entering contracts for food containing specific artificial color additives (including Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, and Blue No. 1). It requires agencies to prioritize purchasing food without any color additives when available and practical. The law directly affects federal procurement departments buying food for government use, such as in cafeterias or military facilities. The bill takes effect six months after enactment, applying to all new contracts entered after that date.