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Lawmakers need to hear which policies are a priority for their constituents. Together, we’ll advocate that every child in every school experiences the joy and power of food.

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Policy Snapshot

Pending or Introduced School Meals for All Legislation

Expanded Access

Districts that choose to implement the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) are provided additional state-funded reimbursements for each meal, allowing more districts to adopt CEP and provide free meals for all students in those districts.

55.30%

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

Policy Landscape and Our Work

The Oregon School Meals for All Coalition continues to build momentum toward universal school meals. In January 2025, House Bill 3435 was introduced and came out of committee with a unanimous vote in support. If passed, it would require all school districts to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students beginning in the 2026–2027 school year. The campaign launched with a press conference featuring Oregon State Rep. Courtney Neron, who highlighted the importance of ensuring all students are nourished and ready to learn. The coalition also emphasizes goals like increasing scratch-cooked meals, incorporating more locally sourced ingredients, and offering regionally responsive menus that reflect Oregon’s wide student population.

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*Source: NCES

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Last updated June 06, 2025