HI SCR126

Encourages the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to develop nutritionally sound public school menu plans that offer low-fat, plant-based, and high-fiber entrees as lunch options for students.

Identifies that one-third of Hawaii's school children are overweight or at risk of becoming overweight, and notes that children consume excessive saturated fat and sodium while lacking adequate fiber, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

States that plant-based meals are cholesterol-free, generally low in fat, lower in calories, and higher in fiber, with potential to reduce risks of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

Requires the Department of Education and Department of Health to report to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2015 Regular Session on whether nutritionally sound school menu plans offering low-fat, plant-based, and high-fiber entrees have been developed and implemented.