The proposed bill, known as the Hunger-Free Schools Act, aims to enhance access to nutritious meals for students in Nebraska by mandating that all public schools offer eligible breakfasts and lunches at no cost to every student during the school day. The bill amends section 79-10,137 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, emphasizing the importance of well-nourished children for educational success. It establishes the Hunger-Free Schools Program, which requires qualified schools to maximize federal reimbursements and report the number of meals served. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the State Department of Education and the State Board of Education in implementing these provisions.

Additionally, the bill repeals previous provisions related to reimbursement for school breakfast programs and outright repeals sections 79-10,138 and 79-10,139. It includes new definitions and guidelines for terms such as "eligible breakfast," "eligible lunch," and "qualified school," ensuring clarity in the implementation of the program. The intent of the Legislature is to appropriate funds from the General Fund to support the Hunger-Free Schools Act, thereby reinforcing the commitment to providing healthy meals to all students in Nebraska.