Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023

3/11/2024, 7:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 1568

Bill 118 s 1568, also known as the Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide free breakfast, lunch, and snacks to all students in public schools across the country.

The bill aims to address the issue of food insecurity among school-aged children by ensuring that every student has access to nutritious meals during the school day. By implementing a universal school meals program, the bill seeks to eliminate the stigma associated with receiving free or reduced-price meals and ensure that all students are able to focus on their education without worrying about where their next meal will come from.

Under the Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023, the federal government would provide funding to cover the cost of meals for all students, regardless of their family's income level. This would help to alleviate the financial burden on schools and families, while also promoting healthier eating habits among children. In addition to providing free meals, the bill also includes provisions for improving the nutritional quality of school meals, increasing access to fresh fruits and vegetables, and promoting food education and awareness among students. Overall, the Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023 aims to ensure that every child in America has access to the nutritious meals they need to thrive academically and physically. By addressing food insecurity in schools, this bill has the potential to improve the health and well-being of millions of students across the country.

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Current Status of Bill S 1568

Bill S 1568 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill S 1568 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2023.  Bill S 1568's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of May 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1568

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
1
Total Number of Cosponsors
36
Democrat Cosponsors
36
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1568

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

Adoption and foster careCensus and government statisticsChild care and developmentChild healthCongressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentDebt collectionDetention of personsElementary and secondary educationEmployment and training programsFood assistance and reliefFood supply, safety, and labelingFruit and vegetablesHomelessness and emergency shelterInflation and pricesJuvenile crime and gang violenceMilitary personnel and dependentsNutrition and dietPoverty and welfare assistanceRight of privacyState and local financeState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1568

Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023Universal School Meals Program Act of 2023A bill 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.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1568

Bernard Sanders
Bernard Sanders
Vermont(Independent)
Elizabeth Warren
Elizabeth Warren
Massachusetts(Democrat)
Sheldon Whitehouse
Sheldon Whitehouse
Rhode Island(Democrat)
Peter Welch
Peter Welch
Vermont(Democrat)
Raphael G. Warnock
Raphael G. Warnock
Georgia(Democrat)
Ron Wyden
Ron Wyden
Oregon(Democrat)

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