Breakfast After the Bell Act of 2026
To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to provide additional reimbursement to schools with a breakfast after the bell program, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to change the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to help schools that offer breakfast after the school day starts. Schools with a "breakfast after the bell" program would get extra money to help pay for these meals. This change could help students who might not have time to eat breakfast before school start, possibly improving their focus and performance in class.
The bill would mainly affect schools with breakfast programs that start after the school day begins. It could help these schools by giving them more money to support their breakfast initiatives. This extra funding could improve students' nutrition and overall well-being, especially for those who might not have breakfast at home.
HB7999 was introduced on March 19, 2026, and was sent to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further review. This is the first step in the legislative process, and the committee will consider the bill's details and potential impact. There are no further actions or history highlights at this time.
