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MO HB112

MO HB112
Requires public schools to provide free breakfasts and lunches to all students attending classes in such school


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Introduced
01/08/2025
In Committee
03/19/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/16/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires public schools to provide free breakfasts and lunches to all students attending classes in such school

AI Summary

This bill requires all public schools in Missouri to provide one free breakfast and one free lunch to every student during the 2025-26 school year and in subsequent years. The legislation specifically mandates that these free meals must be offered daily to any student who is attending classes, ensuring that all public school students have access to nutritious meals at no cost to their families. By amending Chapter 191 of the Missouri Revised Statutes and adding a new section (191.824), the bill aims to address potential food insecurity and ensure that students can focus on learning without worrying about obtaining meals during the school day. The definition of "public school" would be based on the existing definition in section 160.011 of Missouri's statutes, which would likely include traditional public schools across the state.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Referred: Elementary and Secondary Education(H) (on 03/19/2025)

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