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PA HB2217
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Danielle Otten
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AI Summary
- Requires at least 30 minutes of daily recess for full-day kindergarten through grade 5, and at least 15 minutes for half-day kindergarten
- Mandates at least 30 consecutive minutes of lunch daily for all students in full-day kindergarten through grade 12
- Prohibits withholding lunch time as discipline or for make-up work, testing, or extra credit; recess may still be withheld for conduct violations
- Applies to school districts, intermediate units, charter schools, cyber charter schools, and area career and technical schools
- Takes effect July 1, 2027
Legislative Description
In terms and courses of study, providing for recess and lunch periods.
Last Action
Referred to Education
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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