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Schulman asks how DOHMH enforces existing children's meal beverage rules

New York City Council · Oct 19, 2026 · starts 0:49:58 · 44 sec

Schulman asks how DOHMH enforces current local law on beverages offered with children's meals. Kim Kessler says these requirements are part of the regular inspection and enforcement process.

Lynn C. Schulman

Now I'm going to ask about proposed intro 405, the healthy kids meals.

Lynn C. Schulman

How does DOHMH currently enforce New York City's existing requirements concerning beverages offered with children's meals as codified in local law?

Kim Kessler

Thank you for the question, Council Member.

Kim Kessler

I think that's just part of the regular inspection process.

Lynn C. Schulman

Okay.

Lynn C. Schulman

How does the agency currently monitor compliance with the existing children's meal requirements?

Kim Kessler

It is similar.

Kim Kessler

It is the same process.

Lynn C. Schulman

Are these requirements incorporated into routine restaurant inspections, complaint-driven inspections, or another enforcement process?

Kim Kessler

I believe they're part of the regular enforcement process.