Require Schools to Share Halal and Kosher Meal Information
In committee as of May 27, 2026Under review by an assigned committee.
✦ Plain-Language Summary
This bill would require NYC public schools to inform students and parents about halal and kosher meal options available at their schools. The information must be shared at the start of each school year and posted online in English, the 9 most common languages spoken by students, and other languages as needed.
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Details
- Introduced
- Apr 16, 2026
- Body
- Committee on Education
- Type
- Introduction
- Status
- Committee
Sponsors (1)
Official Description
This bill would require the Department of Education (DOE) to distribute information at the start of each school year to students of public schools and their parents on the availability of halal and kosher meals at schools. DOE would also have to post this information on its website. DOE would be required to distribute and post the information in English, the 9 most common languages spoken by students at home, and any additional languages as determined by DOE.