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Bill to expand state match for community eligibility provision seeks to feed more Maryland students
Summary
SB 769 would create a state match to expand participation in the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), enabling more schools to offer universal free meals by covering the required state match for schools that are eligible but currently unable to participate.
Senate Bill 769, presented by staff from Senator Gazzoni’s office, would establish a state matching fund to expand participation in the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), which enables schools to provide free breakfasts and lunches to all students when they meet federal eligibility criteria.
Supporters told the Budget and Taxation Committee that CEP reduces stigma, improves food security and supports learning, and that some schools that qualify…
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