HB66

An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Free School Meals Program.

Introduced·3/11/25
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Delaware HB66 amends the Free School Meals Program to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students in public schools.

Delaware HB66 amends Title 14 of the Delaware Code to establish a Free School Meals Program. This program requires all public schools participating in the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program to provide free breakfast and lunch to any student, regardless of household income. The meals must meet the meal pattern requirements under the federal programs. The Department of Education will reimburse participating schools based on the federal free reimbursement rate. The act takes effect 30 days after funds are appropriated.

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Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

3:00 PM

Education

History

Mar 18, 2025

House

Stricken in House

Mar 11, 2025

House

Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House