Establishes a universal school breakfast and lunch program in Rhode Island public schools, phased in over three years.
Rhode Island H7793 establishes a "healthy school meals for all" program, providing free breakfast and lunch to all public school students. The program will start with elementary students in the 2027-2028 school year, then expand to middle school students in the 2028-2029 school year, and finally include high school students by the 2029-2030 school year. The act aims to improve student health, reduce food insecurity, and enhance learning outcomes.
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