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WV HB5118
WV HB5118Provide for statewide participation in the federal Community Eligibility Provision for its duration
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to support statewide expansion of Healthy School Meals for All through maximizing participation in the Community Eligibility Provision or other meal options or by prioritizing expansion at the local level for under-resourced school districts with the greatest need.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that West Virginia schools eligible for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), a federal program allowing schools to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students without collecting individual applications, or other similar meal programs, must participate in them. The goal is to maximize federal funding for school meals, ultimately providing breakfast and lunch to students at no cost.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Education (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5118&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5118%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5118 |
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