First Amendment Implications of Restricting Food and Beverage Marketing in Schools

Published: January 2008

ID #: 57936

Journal: Ann Am Acad Pol Soc Sci

Authors: Graff SK

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How does First Amendment protection affect food and beverage marketing in schools? This study concludes that while the First Amendment keeps a tight rein on those who want to restrict advertising to adults, it does give public school districts significant leeway to curb advertising directed at their student bodies.

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Age Groups: Adolescents (grades 9 to 12), Elementary-age children (grades K to 5), Young adolescents (grades 6 to 8)

Keywords: Beverage contracts, Competitive foods, Food advertising, Legal, Snacks, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Vending machines

Focus Areas: Food Marketing, School & After School

Resource Type: Journal Article

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