Urges United States Congress to pass "Universal School Meals Program Act."
This New Jersey concurrent resolution urges the United States Congress to pass the "Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023." The proposed federal law would provide free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack to all school children regardless of their family's income. Additionally, the act aims to eliminate school food debt by reimbursing schools for all unpaid meal charges. This measure is intended to address child hunger and support families across the country.
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Introduction
May 2026
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Governor
Introduced May 14, 2026
Last action May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Carol Murphy
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