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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending title 15, chapter 1, ARTICLE 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.08; relating to school meal programs.
AI Summary
This bill requires public schools in Arizona to ensure that their employees, volunteers, and contractors do not shame or treat differently any student whose parents have not paid for their school meals, and they must serve these students the same meal as other students, unless a different meal is needed for dietary or religious reasons. Additionally, school personnel are prohibited from taking disciplinary action that denies or delays a student's access to a nutritious meal during the instructional day, as defined by nutrition standards in section 15-242 of Arizona Revised Statutes.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
Eva Diaz (D)*,
Brian Fernandez (D),
Sally Ann Gonzales (D),
Theresa Hatathlie (D),
Lauren Kuby (D),
Catherine Miranda (D),
Analise Ortiz (D),
Kiana Sears (D),
Last Action
Senate read second time (on 02/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85345 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1697p.htm |
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