HR9 Summary

• Urges the Department of Education to implement brown-bag lunch sessions at middle schools and high schools on at least a weekly basis as informal learning environments to discuss various topics.

• Sessions should be guided by counselors, teachers, volunteers, or guest speakers and address issues related to bullying prevention and student mental health, particularly for marginalized youth.

• Requires student counselors, faculty, and students to be engaged in program implementation and content selection, with attendance being voluntary.

• Directs the Department of Education to collaborate with community-based organizations, including those funded by AmeriCorps and VISTA, to support program implementation.

• Requires transmitting certified copies of the resolution to the Governor, Chair of the Board of Education, and Superintendent of Education.