Massachusetts H700 mandates free lunches for all students in commonwealth virtual schools.
Massachusetts H700 amends the General Laws to require commonwealth virtual schools to provide free lunches to all students, regardless of household income. These schools must adopt federal provisions to maximize access to federal funds for breakfast and lunch costs. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will reimburse the difference between the federal amount and the free rate. This bill aims to ensure all students in virtual schools have access to nutritious meals.
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