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Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) announced that school meal programs, as well as child and adult day care providers, in Florida will receive an estimated $155 million in additional funding this school year through the Keep Kids Fed Act.

In June, Congresswoman Wilson voted to pass the Keep Kids Fed Act to ensure that schools can continue providing meals for students despite ongoing supply chain issues. The legislation allowed the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide additional assistance to child nutrition programs by reimbursing them at a higher rate as they continue to serve healthy meals.

“When our kids are hungry, they aren’t ready to learn,” said Congresswoman Wilson. “As a lifelong educator, I’ve seen firsthand just how important they are for students of every age and grade level. I’m proud of House Democrats for putting our kids first and funding these crucial school nutritional programs.”

Under the bipartisan Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Congress provided USDA with key flexibilities to help child nutrition programs continue serving children during the COVID-19 pandemic. This relief helped feed hungry students during the school closures, virtual learning, and social distancing that disrupted traditional meal service. Without the Keep Kids Fed Act, important flexibilities provided under FFCRA would have expired on June 30, 2022.

To learn more about the Keep Kids Fed Act, click here.