Bill > HB4036

This bill appropriates $18,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the State Board of Education (ISBE) specifically to cover expenses related to implementing a statewide master contract for prepackaged meals, as authorized under a previously passed Public Act (103-1076). The legislation provides funding to support a comprehensive meal preparation and distribution initiative, with the appropriation set to become effective on July 1, 2025. The bill allows for the full $18 million to be allocated, or a portion thereof as necessary, to support the implementation of the statewide prepackaged meal contract. By specifying the funding and effective date, the bill ensures that the State Board of Education has the financial resources to establish and manage a centralized system for providing prepackaged meals, likely aimed at supporting school nutrition programs across Illinois.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=4036&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104