CA AB2287

School districts and county superintendents must consider including notification in free or reduced-price meal applications about gluten-free meal options for children with a licensed physician's statement supporting the need.

School districts and county superintendents must consider providing meal substitutions for children with celiac disease, wheat allergies, or gluten intolerance (without requiring a disability classification) when a licensed physician provides written verification.

Notifications regarding gluten-free meals must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by January 1, 2015.

Creates a state-mandated local program; reimbursement for any state-mandated costs shall be made according to existing statutory procedures if the Commission on State Mandates determines costs exist.

Takes effect immediately as an urgency statute to ensure compliance with federal regulations providing gluten-free meal options in California public schools.