arrow_back Back to App

Pilot Program: Plant-Based Meals and Milk in Schools

This bill aims to establish a pilot program allowing schools to offer 100% plant-based food and milk options. This will provide children with more healthy dietary choices, and schools will receive financial support for staff training and sourcing products from local farmers. The program seeks to improve student health and promote sustainable nutrition.
Key points
Schools can receive grants to introduce fully plant-based meals and milk options for students.
The program prioritizes schools with a high number of children eligible for free or reduced-price lunches.
Funds can be used for staff training, student education, and purchasing products from local farmers.
The pilot program will last for 3 years, and its results will be monitored and reported.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4108
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2021-06-23
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4108.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can receive grants to introduce fully plant-based meals and milk options for students.
  • The program prioritizes schools with a high number of children eligible for free or reduced-price lunches.
  • Funds can be used for staff training, student education, and purchasing products from local farmers.
  • The pilot program will last for 3 years, and its results will be monitored and reported.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Education Health Agriculture