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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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New Jersey

Policy Snapshot

Pending or Introduced SMFA Legislation

Expanded Access

Free school breakfast and lunch for students who qualify up to 224% of the federal poverty level.

36.10%

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

Policy Landscape and Our Work

New Jersey expands meals at no charge to students beyond the federal eligibility threshold, but it does not yet provide universal free lunch statewide. A3871, introduced in January 2026, would phase in lunch at no charge for all students over five years and remains in committee.

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Tell your Senators to extend School Meals for All

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May 28, 2025

World Hunger Day: Investing in communities to tackle food insecurity in New Jersey

NORTHJERSERY.COM | Jacqueline Bavaro
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March 5, 2024

Op-Ed: No New Jersey Student Should Go Hungry During the School Day

North Jersey | Lisa Pitz and Toni Bowman
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January 16, 2024

Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Expanding Access to School Meals for New Jersey Students

Press Release | State of New Jersey
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Bill S1508

New Jersey Legislature

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Legislative & Advocacy Resources

Key Players & FoodCorps Friends

Hunger Free NJ

School Nutrition Association of New Jersey

American Heart Association

New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate

Legislative Champions

Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin

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New Jersey

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*Source: NCES

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Last updated July 23, 2026