Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2022-12-30T03:49:00Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6526 Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 3:49 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6526

Bill 117 HR 6526, also known as the Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022, aims to improve the nutritional quality of meals served in schools across the United States. The bill focuses on ensuring that students have access to healthy and balanced meals during the school day.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of nutritional guidelines for school meals. These guidelines would require schools to offer a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins in their meal options. Additionally, the bill would limit the amount of added sugars, sodium, and unhealthy fats in school meals.

The Healthy Meal Time Act also includes provisions to increase access to free and reduced-price meals for low-income students. The bill would streamline the application process for these programs and expand eligibility to ensure that all students in need have access to nutritious meals. Furthermore, the bill addresses food waste in schools by encouraging the donation of unused food to local food banks and shelters. Schools would also be required to implement strategies to reduce food waste and promote sustainability in their meal programs. Overall, the Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022 aims to promote the health and well-being of students by improving the nutritional quality of meals served in schools. By establishing guidelines for healthy meal options, increasing access to free and reduced-price meals, and addressing food waste, the bill seeks to ensure that all students have access to nutritious meals during the school day.

Congressional Summary of HR 6526

Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022

This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enter into an agreement with an independent, nonpartisan, science-based research organization to carry out a study on the time lunches are served, the time that recess is offered, and the duration of lunch periods at schools participating in the National School Lunch Program.

USDA must also

make the findings of the study publicly available online;
establish a task force, in coordination with the Department of Education, to review the study, review other related research, and develop best practices for lunch and recess periods to ensure student health, including appropriate nutritional intake; and
issue guidance regarding such best practices to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6526

Bill HR 6526 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2022. Bill HR 6526 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2022. Bill HR 6526's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of January 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6526

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6526

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6526

Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022Healthy Meal Time Act of 2022To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require a study of the time and duration of school lunch periods, and for other purposes.

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