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Louisiana

Policy Snapshot

No pending or introduced School Meals for All legislation

Expanded Access

Free breakfast and lunch for students who qualify for reduced-price meals.

62.4%

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

Policy Landscape and Our Work

Louisiana does not have a statewide School Meals for All program. The state covers meal charges for students who qualify for reduced-price meals, expanding access beyond the federal free-meal category.

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June 21, 2023

Louisiana bill signed to make school meals free for students on reduced-cost lunch

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Last updated August 6, 2026