HB2637: Requiring eligible boards of education to consider participation in the community eligibility provision, providing a financial hardship exception from such participation and requiring the state department of education to assist school districts seeking such participation.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill requires eligible school boards to consider participating in a program that provides free meals to all students. It also allows schools facing financial hardship to opt out and offers state assistance for districts seeking participation.

Who This Affects

This affects Kansas school districts with low-income student populations, providing them with the opportunity to offer free meals to all students. This could benefit families who struggle to afford meal programs.

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Timeline

Introduced

Monday, February 2, 2026

Last Action

House Hearing: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218-N

Feb 11, 2026

HB2637: Requiring eligible boards of education to consider participation in the community eligibility provision, providing a financial hardship exception from such participation and requiring the state department of education to assist school districts seeking such participation.

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Who This Affects

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