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KS HB2637
KS HB2637Requiring eligible boards of education to consider participation in the community eligibility provision, providing a financial hardship exception from such participation and requiring the state department of education to assist school districts seeking such participation.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning education; relating to school districts; requiring eligible boards of education to consider participation in the community eligibility program; providing a financial hardship exception to such participation; requiring the state department of education to assist school districts seeking such participation.
AI Summary
This bill requires eligible school districts in Kansas to consider participating in the Community Eligibility Provision, a federal program that allows schools to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students without requiring individual applications, provided that participation wouldn't cause financial hardship. If a school district determines that participating in this provision would create a financial burden, its board of education must formally demonstrate this hardship in a public meeting and pass a resolution to opt out. Additionally, the state department of education is mandated to provide assistance to any school district seeking to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision, which is a part of the national school lunch program aimed at simplifying meal access for students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Hearing: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218-N (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2637/ |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2637_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2637_00_0000.pdf |
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