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NE LB1039

NE LB1039
Adopt the Hunger-Free Schools Act


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Introduced
01/16/2020
In Committee
01/22/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/13/2020

Introduced Session

106th Legislature

Bill Summary

A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to schools; to amend section 79-10,137, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; to adopt the Hunger-Free Schools Act; to restate legislative findings; to eliminate provisions relating to reimbursement for school breakfast programs; to repeal the original section; and to outright repeal sections 79-10,138 and 79-10,139, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska.

AI Summary

This bill, the Hunger-Free Schools Act, amends existing Nebraska law to require public schools to offer eligible school breakfasts and lunches at no cost to all students, regardless of their eligibility for free or reduced-price meals. The bill creates a reimbursement program for schools that comply with the new requirements, providing additional funding to offset the costs of providing free meals. The bill also outlines definitions for key terms such as "eligible breakfast/lunch" and "community eligibility provision." Additionally, the bill repeals sections of existing law related to reimbursements for school breakfast programs.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Indefinitely postponed (on 08/13/2020)

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