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Streamlining Summer Meal Programs for Children

This act aims to make it easier for children to access meals during summer and after school hours by reducing administrative burdens for schools and organizations. This means more children, especially in hard-to-reach areas, will be able to receive free meals, potentially improving their nutrition and development.
Key points
Lowering the participation requirement for summer programs from 50% to 40%, making it easier for schools to offer meals.
Allowing schools to provide year-round meal service, including weekends and holidays, without extra paperwork.
Introducing grants for innovative solutions like mobile meal trucks to reach children in remote areas.
Enabling the serving of an additional meal or snack beyond the standard lunch, increasing nutritional support.
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Print number: 117_HR_783
Sponsor: Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Summer 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_783.

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 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Lowering the participation requirement for summer programs from 50% to 40%, making it easier for schools to offer meals.
  • Allowing schools to provide year-round meal service, including weekends and holidays, without extra paperwork.
  • Introducing grants for innovative solutions like mobile meal trucks to reach children in remote areas.
  • Enabling the serving of an additional meal or snack beyond the standard lunch, increasing nutritional support.
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. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORHIP - Mr. Larsen (WA) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 783, a bill originally introduced by Representative Young, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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