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This resolution urges the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Education to collaborate on a comprehensive statewide study of school cafeteria services across all school districts. The study will establish assessment standards for school meal quality and quantity, including specific criteria such as portion sizes and availability of vegetarian and vegan meal options tailored to different age groups. The research aims to determine the nutritional and caloric content of breakfast and lunch meals in public schools, evaluate the costs of meal preparation for school districts, and assess the expenses charged to students. The study will culminate in recommendations for legislative action to ensure that all school districts meet established nutrition and quality standards. The departments are required to jointly produce a report with their findings and recommendations, which must be submitted to the General Assembly and published on their respective websites within one year of the resolution's adoption. This initiative stems from concerns about the potential impact of meal quality on student health and academic performance, building upon existing food safety inspection processes and educational nutrition resources.

Education

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