SR0492 Summary

• Encourages Illinois schools to offer breakfast after the bell through alternative delivery methods including Breakfast in the Classroom, Grab n' Go, and Second Chance Breakfast programs.

• Calls on elected and community leaders to ensure children have access to summer meals in their communities and urges elected officials to visit at least one summer meal site in their local area.

• Encourages Summer Food Service Program sites to operate as open community sites so all children can access healthy meals during summer months.

• Opposes cuts to federal food and nutrition programs for children and families through the annual federal budget process or other measures.

• Directs copies of the resolution to be sent to the Illinois Congressional Delegation, the President of the United States, and the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.