An Act to promote food literacy
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish the authority for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Massachusetts to support and implement food literacy programs across various educational settings. It aims to increase students’ understanding of nutrition, food systems, and healthy eating habits. The bill would allow programs to be offered in public school districts, charter schools, private schools, and collaborative schools. Ultimately, the goal is to improve students’ knowledge and skills related to food.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to promote food literacy.
- Allows for the implementation of food literacy programs in schools.
- Covers school districts, charter schools, private schools, and collaborative schools.
- Focuses on nutrition, food systems, and healthy eating habits.
- The Department will facilitate these programs.
Who is affected
- Students
- School Districts
- Charter Schools
- Private Schools
- Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal authorization for the Department to support food literacy initiatives.
- Expands the scope of schools where these programs can be implemented.
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Sponsors
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27 on record
Primary sponsor
Andres X. Vargas
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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