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Expanding Year-Round Access to Meals for Children and Reducing Program Rules.

This bill makes it easier for schools and community groups to provide subsidized meals to children throughout the year, not just during the summer. It lowers the eligibility threshold for areas needing meal programs, allowing more communities to participate. Crucially, it simplifies rules so children can receive meals during afterschool hours, weekends, and school holidays, ensuring consistent nutrition.
Key points
More communities qualify for summer meal programs by lowering the required percentage of low-income children from 50% to 40%.
Schools can now use simplified meal service options (Seamless Summer Option) year-round, covering afterschool, weekends, and school holidays.
Authorizes $10 million annually for grants to fund mobile meal trucks and innovative transportation solutions to reach children in remote or underserved areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9406
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Process start date: 2024-08-23