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Georgia

Policy Snapshot

Failed to pass School Meals for All legislation

Bill vetoed by Governor

63.7%

of students are eligible for free or reduced-price school lunch.*

Policy Landscape and Our Work

Georgia is the 8th most populous state, with a K-12 enrollment of ​1.69m students. According to Feeding America’s report on hunger, throughout the state of Georgia, 1 in 5 children experience food insecurity, impacting academic success, mental focus, and health outcomes.

In 2023, HB 510, a bill that would have provided free school meals to all students in Georgia, passed in both chambers of the legislature before it was vetoed by the governor.

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June 26, 2023

After veto, Georgia finds funding to fuel free school meals program

The Current | Jabari Gibbs
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HB 510: Breakfast and lunch programs for all public school students

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*Source: Georgia Department of Education

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Last updated October 08, 2024