Bill > LB117

This bill, titled the Hunger-Free Schools Act, amends Nebraska's existing laws to create a new program that requires qualified public schools to offer free eligible breakfasts and lunches to all students during the school day. The bill defines key terms such as "eligible breakfast/lunch," "federal reimbursement rate," and "community eligibility provision." It also establishes a reimbursement system for schools to recover the costs of providing these free meals, with higher reimbursement rates for schools that utilize the community eligibility provision. Additionally, the bill repeals sections of existing law related to school breakfast program reimbursements.