No Hungry Kids in Schools Act

4/5/2025, 5:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2402

Bill 119 hr 2402, also known as the Community Eligibility Act, aims to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act in order to establish statewide community eligibility for certain special assistance payments. This bill seeks to streamline the process for schools to qualify for special assistance payments under the National School Lunch Program.

The main goal of this legislation is to ensure that all eligible schools across the country have access to the necessary resources to provide nutritious meals to their students. By establishing statewide community eligibility, schools will be able to more easily qualify for assistance payments, ultimately benefiting the students who rely on these meals for their daily nutrition.

In addition to establishing statewide community eligibility, this bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the National School Lunch Program. These provisions are aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the program, ensuring that all eligible schools are able to participate and provide meals to their students. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2402 is focused on improving access to nutritious meals for students in need by streamlining the process for schools to qualify for special assistance payments under the National School Lunch Program. This legislation has the potential to positively impact the lives of countless students across the country by ensuring they have access to the meals they need to thrive.

Current Status of Bill HR 2402

Bill HR 2402 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2402 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025.  Bill HR 2402's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of March 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2402

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2402

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2402

No Hungry Kids in Schools ActNo Hungry Kids in Schools ActTo amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to establish statewide community eligibility for certain special assistance payments, and for other purposes.
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