This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 15.1-19 of the North Dakota Century Code that mandates a minimum duration for student lunch breaks. Specifically, it requires that each school district provide students with at least thirty minutes for lunch each day, scheduled between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Additionally, the bill outlines provisions for high school students, allowing them to be excused from the class immediately following their lunch break for the necessary time to fulfill the thirty-minute requirement. To be excused, students must obtain a written verification from a school counselor and present this document to their teacher once per semester. This legislation aims to ensure that students have adequate time for lunch during the school day.