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Easier access to free school meals for children from low-income families.

This act aims to make it easier for schools in high-poverty areas to offer free meals to all students. This change means more children will have access to a nutritious meal at school, potentially improving their health and academic performance, while also easing financial burdens on parents.
Key points
Lowered eligibility threshold: Schools can now offer free meals to all students if 25% of them qualify for assistance, down from a previously higher threshold.
More free meals: Starting July 1, 2025, more schools in high-poverty areas will be able to provide universal free meals, directly impacting the daily lives of many families.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5128
Sponsor: Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]
Process start date: 2025-09-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Feed Hungry Kids Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5128.

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 2025-09-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Lowered eligibility threshold: Schools can now offer free meals to all students if 25% of them qualify for assistance, down from a previously higher threshold.
  • More free meals: Starting July 1, 2025, more schools in high-poverty areas will be able to provide universal free meals, directly impacting the daily lives of many families.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Family Benefits