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TX HB3630

TX HB3630
Relating to a halal food option for breakfast and lunch programs provided by public schools.


summary

Introduced
03/06/2023
In Committee
03/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to a halal food option for breakfast and lunch programs provided by public schools.

AI Summary

This bill requires public schools in Texas that are located in or adjacent to counties with a population of 2.1 million or more to provide a halal food option for their breakfast and lunch programs upon request by a student or the student's parent or guardian. Halal refers to food items that are prepared according to Islamic law. The bill applies beginning with the 2023-2024 school year and takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or on September 1, 2023 if it does not receive the necessary votes for immediate effect.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Public Education (on 03/16/2023)

Taxonomy

Agriculture
  • ‐ Food and Nutrition Programs
Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education

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