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US HB7999

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ami Bera

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Provides an additional 10 cents reimbursement per breakfast served through "breakfast after the bell" programs, which serve meals after the school day begins rather than before

  • Applies to schools participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (special assistance payments) or schools where at least 40% of enrolled students were identified as eligible in the prior school year

  • State educational agencies must disburse the additional reimbursement directly to the schools serving the qualifying breakfasts

  • Defines eligible service models as those serving breakfast after the school day starts, including in-classroom service or hallway kiosks outside the cafeteria, that increase breakfast participation rates

  • Amends Section 11(a) of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1759a(a))

Legislative Description

Breakfast After the Bell Act of 2026

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Workforce3/19/2026

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