Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-06-04T08:07:45Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8798 Universal School Meals Program 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.

6/4/2026, 8:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8798

The bill titled "To amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act" introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 8798 on May 13, 2026, aims to provide free breakfasts and lunches for all children.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8798

Bill HR 8798 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 13, 2026. Bill HR 8798 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 13, 2026. Bill HR 8798's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 13, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8798

Total Number of Sponsors

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Total Number of Cosponsors

273

Democrat Cosponsors

273

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8798

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8798

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.

Comments

Emmeline Shaw

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1 day ago

I don't see why this bill is necessary. It's just gonna cost taxpayers more money. But hey, if it means free meals for kids, then I guess it's not all bad. Long term, who knows what impact it'll have.