Hayes Introduces Legislation to Expand School Meal Access to Vulnerable Students
September 03, 2024
September 03, 2024
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
As we mark Hunger Action Month and continue the fight against childhood hunger, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) led the introduction of the School Hunger Elimination Act. This legislation would directly certify all school-age students receiving Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
"For many students, school is the on . . .
As we mark Hunger Action Month and continue the fight against childhood hunger, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) led the introduction of the School Hunger Elimination Act. This legislation would directly certify all school-age students receiving Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
"For many students, school is the on . . .