New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 3243: Requires schools to universally provide free meals to all students, regardless of whether students are federally eligible for free or reduced price meals.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee

Plain-language summary

A 3243 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires schools to universally provide free meals to all students, regardless of whether students are federally eligible for free or reduced price meals. Primary sponsor: Dan Hutchison (Democratic), Andrea Katz (Democratic), Rosy Bagolie (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Dan Hutchison (Democratic); Andrea Katz (Democratic); Rosy Bagolie (Democratic). 3 co-sponsors.