From Nutrition to Nannying: Texas SB 25 and the New Public Health Overreach

In a new blog post, Cato Institute’s Dr. Jeffrey A. Singer criticizes Texas Senate Bill 25, calling it government overreach in personal health choices.

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If signed into law, SB 25 would require warning labels on foods with ingredients like synthetic dyes, mandate daily physical activity in schools, and create a state-run nutrition advisory board. Singer warns the bill mirrors past failures like the Food Pyramid and prioritizes politics over science.

“Policy should follow evidence—not vibes,” Singer writes, urging lawmakers to respect individual autonomy and avoid top-down health mandates.

If you would like to speak with Dr. Singer about this topic, please feel free to reach out to esalamon@​cato.​org