Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 18, 2026
Sponsor: Aundre Bumgardner
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FAV. CHG. OF REF., SEN. TO COMM. ON Appropriations
Mar 5, 2026
Summary
Starting July 1, 2026, any school district that participates in the federal breakfast or lunch programs and does not use the Community Eligibility Provision must provide breakfast at no cost to all students and lunch at no cost to students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals. The districts can also apply for a state education department grant to help cover these costs. The measure aims to improve nutrition access for all children in Connecticut schools.
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