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USDA/FNS | RIN: 0584-AE53 | Publication ID: Fall 2018 |
Title: Child Nutrition Programs: Flexibilities for Milk, Whole Grains, and Sodium Requirements | |
Abstract:
This final rule will increase flexibility in the Child Nutrition Program requirements related to milk, grains, and sodium effective School Year (SY) 2019-2020, which begins July 1, 2019. This rule is the culmination of an efficient rulemaking process initiated by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) following the Secretary’s May 1, 2017, Proclamation affirming USDA’s commitment to assist schools in overcoming operational challenges related to the school meals regulations implemented in 2012. |
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Agency: Department of Agriculture(USDA) | Priority: Other Significant |
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda | Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage |
Major: No | Unfunded Mandates: No |
EO 13771 Designation: Deregulatory | |
CFR Citation: 7 CFR 210.10 7 CFR 210.11 7 CFR 215.7a 7 CFR 220.8 7 CFR 226.20 | |
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 1758 42 U.S.C. 1766 42 U.S.C. 1772 42 U.S.C. 1773 42 U.S.C. 1779 |
Legal Deadline:
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Statement of Need: This final rule will codify, with some modifications, three menu planning flexibilities established by the interim final rule of the same title published November 30, 2017. By codifying these changes, USDA acknowledges the persistent menu planning challenges experienced by some schools, and affirms its commitment to give schools more control over the food service decisions and greater ability to offer wholesome and appealing meals that reflect local preferences. |
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Summary of the Legal Basis: The authority for this action is provided by the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, 42 U.S.C. 1758(a)(4), requiring that school meals reflect the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. |
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Alternatives: NA |
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Anticipated Costs and Benefits: Currently unavailable. |
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Risks: NA |
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Timetable:
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Additional Information: School Lunch -- NSLA Section 9(a)(1) -- 42 U.S.C. 1758(a)(1) Child and Adult Care Food Program -- NSLA Section 17(g) – 42 U.S.C. 1766(g) Special Milk Program -- Child Nutrition Act Section 3(a)(1) -- 42 U.S.C. 1772(a)(1) School Breakfast Program – Child Nutrition Act Section 4(e)(1)(A) – 42 U.S.C. 1773(e)(1)(A) Smart Snacks in Schools – Child Nutrition Act Section 10(b) – 42 U.S.C. 1779(b) | |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No | Government Levels Affected: None |
Federalism: No | |
Included in the Regulatory Plan: Yes | |
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No | |
Agency Contact: Charles H. Watford Regulatory Review Specialist Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service 1320 Braddock Place, Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone:703 605-0800 Email: charles.watford@usda.gov |