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IL HB4859

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Janet Yang Rohr

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois School Code to allow school districts to comply with existing unused food sharing plan requirements by implementing a "share table" program
  • Defines "share table" as a designated table, cart, bin, or similar area where students may place whole, unopened food or beverage items they choose not to consume for other students to take at no cost
  • Permits school districts to develop standard operating procedures for share tables, referencing the State Board of Education's School Nutrition Programs Administrative Handbook or USDA guidance
  • Effective date: August 1, 2027
  • Introduced by Rep. Janet Yang Rohr in the 104th General Assembly

Legislative Description

SCH CD-UNUSED FOOD SHARING

Last Action

Assigned to Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter School3/4/2026
Rules2/6/2026

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