Variations in Meals for Religious Reasons

The management bulletin CNP-04-2014 has been revised to update regulatory references, meal pattern terminology, and contact information

Management Bulletin (MB) CNP-04-2014, Variations in Meals for Religious Reasons has been revised to update regulatory references, meal pattern terminology, and contact information.

Policy guidance has not changed for the School Nutrition Programs (SNP) and remains current.

The MB is available on the California Department of Education SNP MBs web page.

Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this subject, please contact the SNP Unit at SNPINFO@cde.ca.gov.

Questions: Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609

Last Reviewed: Tuesday, December 30, 2025

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