North Dakota · Ballot measure
Initiated Constitutional Measure No. 2: Free school meals funded by the state
On the ballot: November 3, 2026 Initiated constitutional amendment
A YES vote means
Public schools would have to provide one breakfast and one lunch each school day to all enrolled students at no cost, with the state reimbursing schools for costs not covered by federal funding.
A NO vote means
School meals would continue under the current federal free and reduced-price meal program, which requires students to apply and meet income limits.
Who supports it
- Together for School Meals
Who opposes it
- Paul J. Thomas (R)
From official campaign filings and public endorsements, each linked on the full page (checked October 30, 2026). Not complete; not an endorsement.