Take Action! AB 1594 (Eng) Heads to Governor's Desk!

Published on Sep 4, 2012 in Child Nutrition, School-Aged Children

9.4.2012 On Wednesday, August 22, AB 1594 passed the Senate floor with a vote of 22-13. The bill then returned to the Assembly on Tuesday, August 28 for concurrence on amendments taken in the Senate and passed with a vote of 51-29. AB 1594 is now headed to the Governor for signature on or before Sunday, September 30.

AB 1594 would extend the needy-student meal requirement to California charter schools ensuring that all low-income public school students have access to affordable meals.

Read CFPA’s Letter to the Governor in Support of AB 1594. link

(1) Call the Governor Today!
Use the instructions and sample script below to call the Governor’s office today.

AB 1594 Sample Script PDF

(2) Send Your Letter of Support!
We’ve developed sample letter for AB 1594 that you can personalize and send to the Governor via fax (916.558.3177) or email (leg.unit@gov.ca.gov).

AB 1594 Sample Letter doc

(3) Mail a Postcard!
Tell your coworkers, friends, family and everyone else you know to print, sign, and mail the Governor a postcard in support of AB 1594.

AB 1594 Postcard PDF

Learn more about AB 1594. link
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