Why This Matters
The Kids Need Lunch Act ensures that all children can get free lunches at school without any eligibility checks. This helps families save money and ensures kids have access to nutritious meals during the school day.
If you have a child in school, they will get free lunches regardless of your family's income.
Affects: Children enrolled in schools that participate in the school lunch program.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill makes school lunches free for every child in participating schools. 2. It removes any eligibility requirements for free lunches. 3. The bill also helps schools cover any unpaid lunch debts. 4. Schools will receive a set payment for each free lunch served. 5. The payment amount will adjust each year based on inflation.
Who is affected?
Children enrolled in schools that participate in the school lunch program.