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Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021

12/31/2022, 4:59 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4108

Bill 117 HR 4108, also known as the Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021, aims to establish a pilot program that focuses on promoting environmental education and healthy living habits among students in the United States. The bill seeks to address the growing concerns about climate change and the impact it has on the health and well-being of individuals, particularly young people.

The pilot program outlined in the bill would involve collaboration between the Department of Education and the Environmental Protection Agency, as well as other relevant federal agencies and non-profit organizations. The program would provide funding for schools to implement curriculum that educates students on environmental issues, sustainability, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for teacher training and professional development to ensure that educators are equipped to effectively teach these topics. It also calls for the development of resources and materials to support the implementation of the program in schools across the country. Overall, the Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021 aims to empower students with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions about their health and the environment. By promoting environmental education and healthy living habits, the bill seeks to create a more sustainable and healthy future for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 4108

Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021

This bill establishes a pilot program for providing 100% plant-based food and milk options in school meals.

The Department of Agriculture must award up to 50 grants to school food authorities. Recipients may use funds for activities including training food service personnel on serving 100% plant-based options and covering additional costs of buying plant-based foods and milks.

Current Status of Bill HR 4108

Bill HR 4108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2021. Bill HR 4108 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2021.  Bill HR 4108's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 23, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4108

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
78
Democrat Cosponsors
78
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4108

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4108

To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to establish a pilot grant program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options, and for other purposes.
Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021
Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act of 2021

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