Legislation
Legislation on the Hill
Representative Dan Johnson has sponsored and supported the requirement for breakfast in all schools in the state of Utah. Listen to his message on the importance of breakfast.
School Meals Program Amendments
Utah Code 32B-2-304
This legislation allows state Child Nutrition funds to be used for reimbursement in meal programs outside of lunch, such as the School Breakfast Program. Prior to Utah Code 32B-2-304, these funds could only be used for lunch meals. This means, in future years, state reimbursement amounts may drop for lunches and the start of state reimbursement rate for breakfasts or other child nutrition programs.
Start Smart Utah Breakfast Program
Utah Code 53G-9-205.1
This legislation requires all Utah schools operating the National School Lunch Program to also begin operating the School Breakfast Program by May 2023. Additionally, schools with 70%, 50%, and 30% free and reduced percentages will be required to provide an Alternative Breakfast Service Model, defined as service after the start of the instructional day begins, over the next 3 years, consecutively.
Become an Advocate
If you are passionate about children having access to meals to fuel their school day and their life, check out the links below to become more involved in ending child hunger.
Become a Breakfast Champion by advocating for breakfast in Utah’s schools.
Fight against child hunger in Utah and across the nation with No Kid Hungry.
Do your part to end hunger for kids in Utah with Utahn’s Against Hunger.
Breakfast Waivers
In the event a school is experiencing financial or logistical hardship in efforts to implement a breakfast program under Utah Code 53G-9-205.1; application for a yearly waiver is available. LEA’s may apply for an annual waiver of these requirements through the Child Nutrition department at the Utah State Board of Education. Please see the resources and contact information below to apply for the waiver if circumstances permit.
Contact Information:
SchoolNutritionPrograms@schools.utah.gov
801-538-7680
