Child Nutrition Programs: Community Eligibility Provision — Increasing Options For Schools
On September 26, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture published this final rule regarding child nutrition programs - specifically about increasing options for schools through the Community Eligibility Provision. This final rule amends the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) regulations by lowering the minimum identified student percentage (ISP) from 40% to 25%. Lowering the minimum ISP will give States and schools greater flexibility to offer meals to all enrolled students at no cost when financially viable . . .