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HI HCR127

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

Diamond Garcia

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the Department of Education to require all public schools and charter schools that serve meals to offer plant-based meal options
  • Prioritizes use of locally sourced and locally farmed ingredients in plant-based meals
  • Recognizes that plant-based diets can reduce diabetes, lower cholesterol, and decrease cardiovascular disease risk
  • Notes that locally sourced ingredients support Hawaii's agricultural industry, fund local jobs, and enhance nutritional quality through fresher products
  • Requires certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Education and Superintendent of Education

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Education To Require All Public Schools And Charter Schools That Serve Meals To Offer Plant-based Meal Options Prioritizing Ingredients From Locally Sourced And Locally Farmed Products.

Charter Schools

Last Action

Referred to EDN, referral sheet 21

3/13/2024

Committee Referrals

Education3/13/2024

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