Kevin C. Riley
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Thank you, chair.
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Good morning, chair and esteemed colleagues and guests.
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I'm proud to speak today about intro 641, the Healthy Kids' Meals bill.
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This legislation is not about dictating what parents should feed their children.
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It's about ensuring families have access to healthier, balanced options when dining out.
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By requiring at least 2 meals on children's menu to meet established nutrition standards, we are making it easier for families to choose nutritious meals without sacrificing convenience.
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The bill also reduces sugary beverage options, empowering parents with healthier choices that align with their goals for their children's well-being.
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This is about access and equity, ensuring that every family, regardless of where they live, have the ability to prioritize health when making decisions about their child's diet.
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I wanna thank my 37 cosponsors for standing with me on this effort and extend deep gratitude to the advocates and organizations who dedicated how to propel this initiative forward.
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Having 38 out of 51 council members supporting this bill underscores the strong commitment of this body to improve the health and well-being of New York City's children.
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Let's continue to lead the way in building a city where every child has the opportunity to thrive with access to healthier, brighter futures.
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I urge my colleagues and all stakeholders to join me with advancing and supporting this critical legislation.
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I wanna give a special, thank you to Charles Schulman, who really helped push this legislation forward as well.
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I'm looking forward to hearing from the admin.
