This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 15-120.08, which establishes specific guidelines for public schools regarding the treatment of students with unpaid school meal fees. Under the new provisions, school employees, volunteers, and contractors are prohibited from shaming students or treating them differently due to unpaid fees. Additionally, they cannot serve these students a different meal than their peers, although exceptions are made for dietary or religious needs.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that public school staff cannot take disciplinary actions that would deny or delay meals that meet established nutrition standards for any student during the instructional day. This aims to ensure that all students have equal access to nutritious meals, regardless of their financial situation, thereby promoting a more inclusive school environment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-120.08