H.R. 8798 Introduced Agriculture and Food

Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026

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.

  1. Introduced
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  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5] Introduced May 13, 2026 Cosponsors 103 (103 D) Latest action May 13, 2026

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  1. May 13, 2026 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.
  2. May 13, 2026 Introduced in House

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