Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2025

Bill 119 hr 1967, also known as the "Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act Renaming Act," is a proposed legislation that aims to change the name of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to a new, yet-to-be-determined name. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, which have not been specified in the summary.

The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, originally enacted in 1946, is a federal law that provides funding and guidelines for the National School Lunch Program, which offers free or reduced-price meals to school children in need. The act is named after former Senator Richard B. Russell, who was a prominent political figure in Georgia and a strong advocate for agriculture and nutrition programs.

The proposed renaming of the act is likely due to controversy surrounding Senator Russell's legacy, as he held segregationist views and opposed civil rights legislation during his time in office. Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to remove his name from a program that serves a diverse population of students. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1967 seeks to rename the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act and address other unspecified purposes. The specifics of these additional purposes will likely be outlined in the full text of the bill.