Bill > HB91

This bill amends Delaware state law to require public schools participating in the federal School Breakfast Program to provide free breakfasts to all students, regardless of their household income. The legislation establishes a framework where the Department of Education will reimburse schools for these free breakfasts, with reimbursement calculated by multiplying the federal free reimbursement rate by the total number of breakfasts served, minus any existing federal breakfast program reimbursements. The bill defines several technical terms related to school meal programs, including different federal provision alternatives like Community Eligibility Provision and Provision 1-3. Importantly, schools already participating in certain federal meal provision alternatives are exempt from this new requirement. The law is set to take effect immediately but will be implemented starting July 1, 2026, giving schools time to prepare for the change. This legislation aims to ensure that all students, regardless of economic background, have access to a free breakfast at participating public schools in Delaware.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142003