Nebraska would adopt whole-food guidelines for state nutrition education

Nebraska would adopt dietary guidelines based on whole foods for public health education. The guidelines would account for each person's or family's needs, preferences, and financial situation. Advice would favor full-fat dairy without added sugars, suited to individual dietary needs and preferences. Frozen, dried, or canned fruits and vegetables with no or limited added sugars could also be encouraged. If enacted, the act would take effect on January 1, 2027.

State agencies would align educational materials with the dietary guidelines and identify foods commonly produced in Nebraska. The requirement would cover state agencies involved in public nutrition, school lunch programs, and health care services. If enacted, the act would take effect on January 1, 2027. Agencies would implement updates during the next scheduled revision cycle.

State agencies could run a statewide education campaign and form partnerships to promote the guidelines. The Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Agriculture, and State Department of Education could run the campaign. Agencies serving nutrition, school lunches, and health care could partner with local governments, health care providers, educators, and community leaders. The campaign and partnerships would be optional. If enacted, the act would take effect on January 1, 2027.