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Bipartisan bill to expand summer meal access introduced in U.S. Senate

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 15, 2021

The Hunger-Free Summer for Kids Act would get rid of the requirement that students eat their summer meals at a centralized location.

Sustainability

Plastic straw restrictions re-emerge in New York City

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 15, 2021

A new law set to take effect Nov. 1 will limit when customers can use non-biodegradable versions as well as require foodservice operations to steer them to more environmentally friendly options.

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Lawmaker reintroduces bill that would eliminate pesticide from school meals

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 01, 2021

The bill seeks to create a maximum residue limit for chlorpyrifos, a pesticide that has reportedly been linked to adverse effects.

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Nebraska to begin a farm-to-school network

By Benita Gingerella on May 24, 2021

State lawmakers have passed LB396, which aims to help connect local farms with schools and provide educational opportunities for students.

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New bill pushes for universal free meals in Maine

By Benita Gingerella on May 21, 2021

The legislation aims to guarantee that students 18 and under would receive free meals at public schools.

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Lawmakers introduce bill to expand local food access in schools

By Benita Gingerella on May 21, 2021

The Local School Foods Expansion Act would build upon a pilot that was part of the 2014 Farm Bill.

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5 school food bills introduced in anticipation of Child Nutrition Reauthorization

By Benita Gingerella on May 18, 2021

Here’s a look at some recent legislation brought forth ahead of Child Nutrition Reauthorization, which could occur later this year.

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Utah launches locally grown incentive program for schools

By Benita Gingerella on May 10, 2021

The state will give $250,000 to schools as part of their per-meal state reimbursement.

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Sen. Sanders, Rep. Omar and others introduce universal free meals bill

By Benita Gingerella on May 07, 2021

The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2021 would provide all K-12 students with free breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack, regardless of income.

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Biden’s American Families Plan includes over $40 billion in funding for child nutrition

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 28, 2021

The plan would expand CEP and Summer EBT access, while offering financial incentives to schools that offer more healthy foods.

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