An Act to reduce waste in school cafeterias
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to reduce food waste in Massachusetts public school cafeterias. It seeks to establish practices and procedures to minimize the amount of uneaten food discarded from school meals. The bill intends to encourage schools to implement strategies for better meal planning, portion control, and student engagement to reduce waste. Ultimately, the goal is to conserve resources and potentially lower school meal costs.
Key provisions
- Encourage schools to assess current food waste levels.
- Promote strategies for improved meal planning and portion sizes.
- Support initiatives to increase student awareness of food waste.
- Facilitate the implementation of waste reduction programs in schools.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts public schools
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- School cafeteria staff
- School administrators
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