Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-02-10T00:08:54Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7259 Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/10/2026, 12:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7259

The Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026, introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 7259 on January 27, 2026, aims to address the eligibility criteria for school meals for military dependents. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include potential adjustments to the eligibility requirements for these meals. For more detailed information, the official PDF version of the bill can be accessed at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7259/BILLS-119hr7259ih.pdf.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7259

Bill HR 7259 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 27, 2026. Bill HR 7259 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 27, 2026. Bill HR 7259's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 27, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7259

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7259

To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to exclude certain military housing allowances from the calculation of household income, and for other purposes.