S 1568
Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023
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This bill, the Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023, aims to provide free breakfast and lunch to all children enrolled in schools nationwide. It proposes significant changes to the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, including establishing a national average payment rate for free meals and eliminating debt collection practices for unpaid meal charges. The bill also includes provisions to expand eligibility for summer meal programs and incorporates measures to address food insecurity and promote locally-sourced food options. Furthermore, it seeks to ensure that schools do not shame students for unpaid meal debts and prioritizes the nutritional needs of economically disadvantaged students.
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