(5) In order to improve the quality of life for many
Pennsylvanians and prevent an increased burden on its
taxpayers, the Commonwealth needs to develop a coordinated
approach to addressing the problem of childhood obesity.
(6) Coordination cannot be through the State alone
because all previous top-down approaches to combating this
epidemic have failed.
(7) By joining the private sector, the Commonwealth can
form a State council comprised of individuals in the private
sector who are experienced with this issue to act as a
liaison and to assist local governments to combat the
problem.
Section 2. The act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known
as the Public School Code of 1949, is amended by adding a
section to read:
Section 1421.1. Childhood Wellness Council.--(a) The
Childhood Wellness Council is established in the Department of
Education. The council shall consist of the following members:
(1) Three representatives from a charitable organization
that involves child health.
(2) A pediatrician.
(3) A nutritionist.
(4) A food bank administrator.
(5) A physical education or health education teacher.
(6) A representative of an after-school youth development
program.
(7) An employe of the Department of Education as designated
by the Secretary of Education.
(8) An employe of the Department of Agriculture as
designated by the Secretary of Agriculture.
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