This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 15.1-19 of the North Dakota Century Code, which mandates that school districts provide students with a minimum of thirty minutes for a lunch break each day. This break must occur between the hours of ten a.m. and two p.m. Additionally, the bill specifies that high school students may be excused from the class immediately following their lunch break for the necessary duration to ensure they receive the full thirty minutes, provided they obtain a written verification from a school counselor and present it to their teacher once per semester.

The legislation aims to ensure that students have adequate time for lunch, promoting their well-being and academic performance. By establishing these requirements, the bill seeks to standardize lunch break durations across school districts in North Dakota, thereby enhancing the overall school experience for students.