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NJ S4973

NJ S4973
Requires public schools to post link to subsidized school meals application in prominent place on Internet website.

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Introduced
12/08/2025
In Committee
12/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires public schools to post a link to the subsidized school meals application in a prominent location on the school's Internet website. The subsidized school meals application is established in State law to determine eligibility for the National School Lunch Program and the federal School Breakfast Program, as well as State supplements to those programs. In order to receive benefits under the federal programs and State supplements, a parent or guardian is required to complete and submit a subsidized school meals application each school year. This bill would require public schools to post a link to the application on their websites.

AI Summary

This bill requires public schools to prominently display a link to the subsidized school meals application on their Internet websites. The subsidized school meals application is a form that parents or guardians must complete annually to determine their children's eligibility for the National School Lunch Program and the federal School Breakfast Program, as well as related state supplement programs. By mandating that schools place this link in a prominent location on their websites, the bill aims to make it easier for families to access and complete the application, potentially increasing participation in these nutrition assistance programs. The bill specifies that this requirement is in addition to existing requirements outlined in a previous piece of legislation (P.L.2022, c.104), and it will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 12/08/2025)
(1 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4973
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4973_I1.HTM
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