Ensure children of military families qualify for free or reduced price school meals based on their household income.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026?
The Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026, known as H.R. 7259, has remained in the House Committee on Education and Workforce since January 26, 2026. The committee members must hold a vote to advance the bill, but most legislation fails to receive a committee vote and dies through inaction. This bill has seen no progress for five months, which is a common outcome for proposals in the legislative process.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026 (H.R. 7259 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 5619 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 5619 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Mike Levin (D-CA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.