Massachusetts Budget Secures Permanent Free School Meals for Students
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Massachusetts Legislature has passed a $56.2 billion budget that includes $171.5 million to provide universal school meals to all students free of charge, a policy that was implemented during the pandemic. The bill now awaits approval from Gov. Maura Healey. Advocates believe that making free school meals permanent would be a historic victory and help end hunger for generations of students. U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern praised the inclusion of free school meals, stating that it would change lives and ensure that no child in Massachusetts has to go through the school day on an empty stomach.
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