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This resolution designates September 2025 as "Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical issue of childhood hunger and food waste in schools. The resolution provides context about the significant challenges facing children's nutrition, noting that one in six children in Pennsylvania experience severe hunger, and nearly 14 million children in the United States live in food-insecure homes. It draws attention to the substantial food waste in school cafeterias, with an estimated 530,000 tons of food and 45 million gallons of milk wasted annually, which is approximately 39 pounds of food and 29 milk cartons per student. The resolution references the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, which mandates specific meal requirements, including students taking fruits and vegetables, and introduces the concept of "share tables" as an innovative strategy to reduce food waste and help feed hungry children. By designating this month, the resolution aims to raise awareness about childhood hunger, nutrition, and the need to address food insecurity and waste in school meal programs.

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