School Meal Modernization and Hunger Elimination Act amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act.
The School Meal Modernization and Hunger Elimination Act amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve program requirements and direct certification. It establishes demonstration projects in selected states to provide free school meals to all students. It expands automatic eligibility for free meals and breakfasts for children receiving Medicaid, housing assistance, or Supplemental Security Income. It also provides grants and technical assistance to improve direct certification rates.
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