The North Dakota House recently voted against a bill that would have provided free school lunches to all students in the state. The bill, which aimed to address food insecurity and help alleviate the financial burden on families, was defeated by a vote of 64-30.
Supporters of the bill argued that free school lunches are essential for students’ health and well-being, as well as their academic performance. They also pointed out that many families are struggling financially, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that free school lunches could help alleviate some of the financial stress they face.
Opponents of the bill raised concerns about the cost of providing free school lunches to all students, as well as the potential for abuse of the system. They also argued that there are already programs in place to provide free and reduced-price lunches to low-income students, making the bill unnecessary.
Despite the defeat of the bill, supporters are not giving up hope and are continuing to push for policies that address food insecurity and support students in need.
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