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CA AB909
Bill
Status
2/17/2011
Primary Sponsor
Luis Alejo
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AI Summary
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School districts that source 80% of fresh produce expenditures from California growers may apply to the State Department of Education for Farm to School Program funding.
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State Department of Education reimburses eligible school districts $0.05 per meal served through the federal National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs.
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Reimbursed funds must be used by school districts to purchase California produce.
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Department of Food and Agriculture must consult with State Department of Education to assist school districts in meeting California produce requirements, including identifying seasonal sources and helping small farmers collaborate to meet school demand.
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State Department of Education must develop strategies such as forward contracting and competitive price negotiation to increase California produce use in school meal programs.
Legislative Description
Pupil nutrition: Farm to School Program.
Last Action
Died pursuant to Art. IV, Sec. 10(c) of the Constitution. From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
2/1/2012