Bill > AB626

This bill makes several changes to California's Education Code related to school nutrition and after-school programs, aiming to improve the health and well-being of students. It amends existing laws to clarify and strengthen nutrition standards for food and beverages sold on school campuses, particularly during after-school hours, by defining terms like "nonnutritious beverages" and "added sweetener" and setting limits on fat, sugar, and calorie content for snacks and entrées. The bill also repeals several sections related to school nutrition and replaces one section to establish that compliance with these nutrition standards will be monitored by the department in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's administrative review process. Additionally, it updates provisions for after-school programs, such as the 21st Century High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens program and the After School Education and Safety Program, ensuring they include nutritional components and align with academic standards and community collaboration.