Bill > SF2249

This bill requires school districts and charter schools that are eligible for the free school meals program but choose not to participate to provide an annual written notice to parents and students with specific details. The notice must clearly state that the school site does not participate in the free school meals program, estimate the total meal sales fees an average student will pay for the school year, and inform families that students would be eligible to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost if the site participated in the program. Schools must provide this notice within 15 days of the start of each school year and must distribute the notice in the same languages used for the site's educational benefits application. The bill aims to increase transparency about meal costs and program availability for families, ensuring they are aware of potential food assistance options. The new requirement will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year and subsequent years, giving schools time to prepare for implementation.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2249&ssn=0&y=2025