To amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to make breakfasts and lunches free for all children, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-05-13

The proposal would require schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of their family's income level. Currently, only students from lower-income families qualify for free or reduced-price meals, while others must pay. This change would affect millions of schoolchildren across the country and require schools and the federal government to cover the full cost of these meals.