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School Meal Debt Cancellation: Eliminating Financial Burden for Families

This bill mandates the cancellation of all existing debts owed by households to schools for school breakfasts and lunches. This action directly removes financial stress related to children's meals incurred up to the date the law is enacted. Schools will be reimbursed for the cancelled debt using federal funds, ensuring they do not suffer financial losses.
Key points
All household debts for school meals (lunches and breakfasts) existing upon enactment will be cancelled within 180 days.
The cancelled debt will be paid to local educational authorities (schools) using federal funds, protecting school budgets.
Direct financial relief for families currently carrying outstanding balances for their children's meals.
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Additional Information
School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act of 2023
Print number: S 2876
Sponsor: Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-09-21