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Child Nutrition Support: Extra Funds and Program Flexibility for School Meals.

The "Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022" provides additional funding for school meals and extends flexibility in their delivery to ensure children have access to food. This means schools and nutrition programs will receive more money for lunches and breakfasts, and will be able to more easily adapt meal service rules, especially during summer and in response to pandemic challenges. Some funds from other programs have been reallocated for this purpose.
Key points
Extra Money for School Meals: Schools will receive an additional 40 cents for each lunch and 15 cents for each breakfast in the 2022-2023 school year.
Support for Child and Adult Care Food Programs: Child and adult care programs will receive an additional 10 cents for each meal and supplement in the 2022-2023 school year.
Flexibility in Meal Delivery: Waivers for standard meal service rules have been extended, making it easier to provide meals, especially in summer programs and care facilities.
Fund Reallocation: Unused funds from other programs (including agriculture, education, and small businesses) have been redirected to support child nutrition programs.
Technical Assistance for Schools: The Department of Agriculture will provide support to schools in transitioning to standard meal program operations after temporary waivers expire.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-23
90%
For 376
Against 42
Abstain 0
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Became Law
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2089
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2021-06-16
Voting date: 2022-06-23
Voting no: 290
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2089.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extra Money for School Meals: Schools will receive an additional 40 cents for each lunch and 15 cents for each breakfast in the 2022-2023 school year.
  • Support for Child and Adult Care Food Programs: Child and adult care programs will receive an additional 10 cents for each meal and supplement in the 2022-2023 school year.
  • Flexibility in Meal Delivery: Waivers for standard meal service rules have been extended, making it easier to provide meals, especially in summer programs and care facilities.
  • Fund Reallocation: Unused funds from other programs (including agriculture, education, and small businesses) have been redirected to support child nutrition programs.
  • Technical Assistance for Schools: The Department of Agriculture will provide support to schools in transitioning to standard meal program operations after temporary waivers expire.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-158.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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