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This bill seeks to rename the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to the Jean E. Fairfax National School Lunch Act, reflecting a significant shift in honoring the program's legacy. The legislation provides extensive background on Jean E. Fairfax, a civil rights activist who made substantial contributions to the National School Lunch Program by organizing women's organizations, studying program participation, testifying before Congress about the program's shortcomings, and advocating for increased funding to serve children in poverty-stricken and minority areas. The bill also critically examines Richard B. Russell's historical record, highlighting his opposition to civil rights legislation, support for segregation, and resistance to child welfare advocates. To accomplish the renaming, the bill includes comprehensive amendments to update the act's name across numerous existing federal laws and statutes, effectively replacing all references to "Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act" with "Jean E. Fairfax National School Lunch Act" in a wide range of legislative documents spanning multiple government agencies and sectors, including education, agriculture, nutrition, and social services.

Education

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1967/all-info