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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 10058· 119th Congress

Expand Free Meals for Students Over Summer

Summer Meals and Learning Act of 2026

Sponsor
Joseph Morelle (D-NY)
Introduced
Aug 6, 2026
Last Action
Aug 6, 2026
Passage
15%
Introduced
Aug 6, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed policy specifics unavailable—official summary not yet published by Congress.
  • Based on title: likely expands or creates summer meal programs for school-age children.
  • Probably ties meals to learning activities during school breaks.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Low-income families would benefit most if bill funds free breakfast and lunch when schools close.
  • Schools and community organizations gain funding to operate summer sites.
  • Food insecurity among children could decline during months when school meals end.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced Aug. 6, 2026, and referred to House Education Committee—no hearings scheduled yet.
  • Zero cosponsors suggests limited early support; committee must vote to advance it.
  • Contact your House rep to ask their position on expanding summer meal access.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Aug 6, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Aug 6, 2026Introduced in House
  • Aug 6, 2026Introduced in House