S2692
An Act relative to healthy school lunches
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Bill overview
This bill, S.2692, aims to improve the healthiness of school lunches served in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish standards for the nutritional content of school meals, encouraging healthier options for students. The bill builds upon previous legislation addressing school lunch quality and seeks to ensure students have access to nutritious meals during the school day. It is currently under review by the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
Key provisions
- Establishes nutritional standards for school lunches.
- Requires increased availability of fruits and vegetables in school meals.
- Promotes the reduction of unhealthy fats, sodium, and added sugars in school meals.
- Supports the procurement of locally sourced food options.
- Addresses food waste reduction strategies within school meal programs.
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- School food service staff
- Massachusetts public schools
- Families with students in Massachusetts public schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Education
Notable changes
- The bill updates and expands upon previous legislation related to school lunch nutrition.
- It introduces specific requirements for the nutritional content of school meals.
- It encourages the use of local food suppliers.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Education
Cosponsors
Jason M. Lewis
Rebecca L. Rausch
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Bill S.2692 194th (Current)
An Act relative to healthy school lunches
Senate, November 17, 2025 -- The committee on Education to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 401) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to healthy school lunches, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2692).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2692
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Education |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | New draft of S401 |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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