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Increased Federal Funding for School Lunches and Breakfasts.

This law increases federal subsidies to schools for every meal served, aiming to help cover rising food costs and improve meal quality for students. Starting July 1, 2024, schools will receive an additional 45 cents per lunch and 28 cents per breakfast, directly supporting child nutrition programs. This change is intended to ensure better quality meals for all children, regardless of their economic status.
Key points
Increased School Meal Funding: Schools will receive an extra 45 cents for every lunch and 28 cents for every breakfast served to students.
Support for School Budgets: The additional funds are intended to help schools maintain high-quality nutrition for children despite rising food inflation.
Implementation Date: The new reimbursement rates take effect starting July 1, 2024, and will be adjusted annually thereafter.
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Additional Information
Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act of 2023
Print number: S 3093
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-10-19