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This bill amends Kentucky state law to require school councils to adopt a policy mandating that students be assigned a lunch period of at least 30 minutes during the school day. Specifically, the bill modifies KRS 160.345, which governs school-based decision making, by adding a new provision that requires school councils to establish a lunch period policy ensuring students have at least a half-hour for lunch. This change is part of the broader framework of school council responsibilities, which include setting school policies that enhance student achievement and create a supportive learning environment. The bill also makes a corresponding technical amendment to KRS 158.153 to maintain consistency in the legal code. The provision aims to ensure students have adequate time to eat and potentially take a mental break during the school day, which could support student health and well-being by providing sufficient time for lunch.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb167.html