HB 1574 (2026)
Extend school lunch eligibility for older special education students
This bill did not become law.
Last updated 2026-06-19 3:46 pm
Summary:
Extends free and reduced lunch eligibility to special education students that are already age 21 but attending school until the age of 22, with state reimbursement.
The Senate amended the bill to also send funds to the Department of Health and Human Services to make up for federal cost-share changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Status:
Status Detail:
Died in Conference Committee
Public Hearing Date:
04/14/2026 01:30 pm
Public Hearing Location:
SH Room 103
House Voting Date:
02/19/2026
Senate Voting Date:
05/14/2026
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