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Montana

Policy Snapshot

Failed to pass School Meals for All legislation

47%

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

Policy Landscape and Our Work

Montana does not have school meals for all legislation. HB 551 was passed in 2025 to make school lunches free for students currently on reduced-price meal plans, but the governor vetoed the bill in June. This bill would have eliminated the financial barriers for families who meet federal income eligibility requirements for reduced-price meals and reduces administrative burdens for school districts.

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March 21, 2025

Montana bill would provide free meals to qualifying students

Clayton Murphy | UM Legislative News Service
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April 3, 2023

Lawmakers Table Bill to Offer Free School Meals For All

Missoula Current | Caven Wade

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Last updated July 10, 2025