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Expanding Child Food Benefits to Cover School Closure Periods

This bill expands the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program for children to include periods when schools are closed, operating remotely, or operating in a hybrid manner for five or more consecutive weekdays. The bill mandates that starting in 2024, the benefit amount must cover the value of a free breakfast, lunch, and snack for each day of the closure period.
Key points
Child food benefits (EBT) will be available during school closure periods lasting 5 or more consecutive weekdays, in addition to the summer months.
Starting in 2024, the benefit amount is set to be not less than the value of a free breakfast, lunch, and snack for each day of the school closure.
A 'school closure period' is defined as a period where a school is closed, operating remotely, or operating in a hybrid manner for 5 or more consecutive weekdays.
The Secretary shall carry out a program to make $50 million in grants to States to support the development or upgrades of data systems necessary to implement this section.
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Print number: 118_HR_4379
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]
Process start date: 2023-06-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Child Hunger Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4379.

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 2023-06-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Child food benefits (EBT) will be available during school closure periods lasting 5 or more consecutive weekdays, in addition to the summer months.
  • Starting in 2024, the benefit amount is set to be not less than the value of a free breakfast, lunch, and snack for each day of the school closure.
  • A 'school closure period' is defined as a period where a school is closed, operating remotely, or operating in a hybrid manner for 5 or more consecutive weekdays.
  • The Secretary shall carry out a program to make $50 million in grants to States to support the development or upgrades of data systems necessary to implement this section.
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. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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