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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Urges the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board of Education to conduct a formal review of the Local School Wellness Policy provision prohibiting pork products. Urges such a review to include identification and disclosure of the original rationale and supporting documentation for the prohibition, consultation with nutrition experts and food service professionals, and consideration of stakeholder input. Encourages the CPS Board of Education to evaluate whether limited menu testing or pilot programs allowing pork products would better align with current nutrition science, cultural inclusion, fiscal stewardship, and full utilization of available USDA foods.
AI Summary
This resolution urges the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board of Education to formally review its policy that bans pork products from school meals. The review should uncover the original reasons and evidence behind this ban, involve discussions with nutrition and food service experts, and consider feedback from parents and the community. Additionally, the resolution encourages CPS to explore whether introducing pork through limited menu tests or pilot programs would better support current nutritional guidelines, cultural diversity, responsible financial management, and the effective use of food resources provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which are often available at little to no cost.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Jil Tracy (on 02/26/2026)
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