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School Meal Times Study: Healthier Lunches for Students

This act aims to study the duration and timing of school lunch periods. The findings will help develop better guidelines to ensure students have enough time to eat and rest, impacting their health and well-being.
Key points
An independent study will be conducted on the timing and duration of school lunch periods.
Best practices for organizing meal times and recess will be developed and shared to support student health.
One million dollars is authorized for these activities in fiscal year 2023.
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Print number: 117_HR_6526
Sponsor: Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8]
Process start date: 2022-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6526.

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 2022-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An independent study will be conducted on the timing and duration of school lunch periods.
  • Best practices for organizing meal times and recess will be developed and shared to support student health.
  • One million dollars is authorized for these activities in fiscal year 2023.
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. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8].

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