AN ACT PROVIDING SCHOOL MEALS TO ALL STUDENTS.

SB 1217 requires all public school districts to provide free breakfasts and lunches to every student, effective July 1, 2025, eliminating any student fees for these meals. The bill repeals previous language allowing schools to charge for meals and mandates that all students receive free meals regardless of income, while prohibiting disciplinary actions (like denying meals) for unpaid charges. It also establishes a new state grant program funding at least 10 cents per meal served to support implementation. This directly affects all public school students in the state, ensuring universal access to school meals without financial barriers.