Learn NEA's position on pending legislation related to public education, and take action to protect our schools
One out of six children lacks consistent access to the food needed for fueling their bodies and minds. Child nutrition programs are important in fighting child hunger.
When students participate in school meals programs, their behavior, comprehension, and attendance improve. The meals they receive at home are just as important, and that’s why the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a lifeline for families struggling with food insecurity. Nutritious meals prepare children for learning and shape their food choices and health outcomes as adults.
Help students get the healthy meals they need. Ask Congress to fund free school meals for all students, hands-on training and professional development for school food-service staff, and up-to-date equipment for school kitchens, and to protect and strengthen SNAP—our nation’s most effective anti-hunger program.
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Bills in Congress
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HR 1510 Improving Access to Nutrition Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on 03/09/2023
A bill that seeks to lift the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s three-month limit for able-bodied adults without dependents. The change would end punishment of unemployed and underemployed people for failure to document sufficient work hours each month.
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HR 6613 Keeping School Meals Flexible Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on 02/04/2022
This bill extends authority for the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to waive certain requirements for the school meal programs to address COVID-19.
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S 1831 Stop Child Hunger Act of 2021 www.congress.gov
Introduced on 05/26/2021
A bill to establish a permanent, nationwide electronic benefits transfer (EBT) program for children during school breaks and closures.
Letters & Testimony
NEA speaks up for the rights of students. Browse recent messages to Congressional leadership, and add your voice.
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NEA Comments for Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing on Farm Bill
Submitted on 02/15/2023
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NEA Urges Congress to VOTE YES on final FY2023 funding bill
Submitted on 12/20/2022
Our History of Fighting for Child Nutrition
School Lunch Program Esablished
School Meals now Include Breakfast
Expanded the Federal Subsidies
Tackling Nutrition and Physical Activity
Making School Meals Healthier, More Available
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