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SB 940

RELATING TO SCHOOL MEALS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Karl Rhoads

Hawaii SB 940 addresses school meal policy; referred to education and budget committees but specifics unavailable as bill remains under review through 2026 session.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 940

Legislative bill overview

SB 940 relates to school meals policy in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill was introduced by Senator Karl Rhoads and has progressed through initial readings before being carried over to the 2026 session for further consideration in the Education and Ways and Means committees.

Why is this important

School meal policy affects thousands of Hawaii students' daily nutrition, food access, and educational outcomes. Changes to meal programs can impact school budgets, food vendors, nutritional standards, and families' out-of-pocket expenses, making this a substantive policy matter for the state's education system.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms — Any expansion of meal programs or changes to eligibility would require clear appropriation and cost analysis, which the WAM committee referral suggests may be contested
  • Implementation scope — Unclear whether changes apply statewide or to specific districts, and how schools with different resources would comply uniformly
  • Stakeholder interests — Teachers, administrators, food service workers, parents, and vendors may have differing priorities regarding meal quality, cost, and operational burden

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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