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THE SENATE |
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THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE, 2024 |
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STATE OF HAWAII |
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SENATE RESOLUTION
Urging the Department of Education to require all public schools and charter schools that serve meals to offer plant-based meal options prioritizing ingredients from locally sourced and locally farmed products.
WHEREAS, the State recognizes the importance of promoting healthy dietary choices among its residents; and
WHEREAS, a plant-based diet can reduce the chances of developing diabetes, lower cholesterol, and decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Education plays a crucial role in shaping the lifelong eating habits and preferences of Hawaii residents by exposing youths to new and healthy foods during the school day; and
WHEREAS, encouraging the adoption of plant-based meal options in public schools and charter schools will promote the well-being of students and help build a foundation for a healthy lifestyle; and
WHEREAS, incorporating locally sourced and locally farmed ingredients into school meals will also support the State's agricultural industry, help fund local jobs, and potentially enhance the nutritional quality of meals through the use of fresher ingredients; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-second Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2024, that the Department of Education is urged to require all public schools and charter schools that serve meals to offer plant-based meal options, prioritizing ingredients from locally sourced and locally farmed products; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Education and Superintendent of Education.
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OFFERED BY: |
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Department of Education; Charter Schools; Plant-Based Meals; Vegetarian Meals