A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve program requirements, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 s 4525, also known as the Improving School Lunch Program Act, aims to make changes to the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act in order to enhance program requirements. The bill seeks to improve the quality and nutritional value of meals provided to students through the National School Lunch Program.

Some key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the program to ensure that schools are able to offer healthier meal options, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. The bill also aims to reduce the amount of sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats in school meals, in order to promote better overall health and nutrition for students.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase access to free and reduced-price meals for low-income students, in order to address issues of food insecurity and ensure that all students have access to nutritious meals during the school day. The bill also includes provisions to improve the quality of food served in school cafeterias, such as requiring schools to use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Overall, the Improving School Lunch Program Act seeks to make important changes to the National School Lunch Program in order to promote better health and nutrition for students across the country.