HB871

AN ACT relating to school nutrition programs.

Introduced·3/3/26
Bill Text

Establishes the Kentucky Farm to School Program to improve student access to high-quality, Kentucky-grown agricultural products.

The Kentucky Farm to School Program, established by this act, aims to enhance student access to high-quality, Kentucky-grown agricultural products. Eligible districts must spend at least 5% of their total food procurement dollars on such products. The program involves a written plan to identify, offer, and optimize the use of these products in school meals, aiming to reduce food waste. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will administer the program, including calculating partial reimbursement rates for eligible meals and managing a dedicated fund for the program.

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Where it stands

Current
Primary and Secondary Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 10

House

floor amendment (1) filed

Mar 10

House

to Primary and Secondary Education (H)

Mar 3

House

introduced in House