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September 3, 2025 | 12:32pm

Sen. Thompson Hosts Joint Interim Study on Hidden Costs of Food Additives

For Immediate Release: September 3, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, hosted a joint interim study at the State Capitol examining the hidden costs of artificial food dyes and additives on Oklahoma’s health, workforce, and economy.

The study brought together the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), the State Department of Health, medical professionals, and researchers to review data showing a strong connection between diet-related diseases and health care costs in Oklahoma.