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S 2927

An Act relative to students accessing food and nutritional information

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Michelle Badger and 2 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill mandating schools inform students about available food assistance and nutritional resources to address student food insecurity.

Hearing scheduled for 03/19/2026 from 12:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1
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Bill Summary · S 2927

Legislative bill overview

S 2927 requires Massachusetts schools and educational institutions to provide students with accessible information about food and nutritional resources available to them. The bill aims to address food insecurity among students by ensuring transparent communication about meal programs, nutritional support services, and related resources.

Why is this important

Food insecurity affects academic performance, attendance, and overall student health and well-being. Many students are unaware of available resources like meal plans, food pantries, or assistance programs, meaning resources go underutilized. This bill addresses an equity gap by mandating institutions actively inform rather than passively provide such information.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and responsibility: Schools and colleges may face expenses for developing information systems, training staff, and distributing materials across multiple platforms and languages
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether the bill covers K-12, higher education, or both; what specific information must be included; and who bears responsibility for third-party resources
  • Effectiveness questions: Critics may argue information access alone doesn't solve food insecurity without funding increases for actual meal programs or assistance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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