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Making it Easier to Get Free School Meals

This bill aims to make it easier for eligible children to get free or reduced-price school meals. It introduces changes to help states and schools automatically qualify students for meal programs and expand the option for schools in high-need areas to offer free meals to all students.
Key points
Simplifies the process for automatically qualifying children for free school meals.
Provides funding and support to states and schools to improve meal programs.
Expands options for schools in high-need areas to offer free meals to all students.
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Print number: 117_HR_5223
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2021-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

School MEALS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5223.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Simplifies the process for automatically qualifying children for free school meals.
  • Provides funding and support to states and schools to improve meal programs.
  • Expands options for schools in high-need areas to offer free meals to all students.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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