The School Health Law Project is dedicated to improving children’s health by improving the school environment. 

Our mission is to:

• Promote access to nutritious foods/beverages and physical activity in public schools
• Reduce or eliminate the advertising of non-nutritious foods/beverages on school campuses

The School Health Law Project helps school-based health advocates gain a better understanding of the laws and legal concepts underpinning their efforts to effect lasting change in their communities. We demystify complex laws and regulations to help advocates and policy makers speak knowledgably and confidently about changing school food environments.

An important message about our website: This website provides general information about legal issues. While Public Health Law & Policy (PHLP) and its projects make every effort to ensure that the information is accurate and complete, you should consult an attorney before acting on the basis of information on this website. Please note that while PHLP staff can answer certain questions via e-mail or telephone, PHLP does not provide legal advice or enter into attorney-client relationships.