Colorado's 'Healthy School Meals for All' Program Faces Crossroads
Advocates say the program has been successful at feeding more kids and reducing lunch line stigma.
However, there's not enough money to fulfill all its promises.
The program was originally funded by a tax on wealthier Coloradans, approved by voters three years ago, with the goal of providing free breakfast and lunch to all K-12 public school students in Colorado.
- The program aims to feed all public school students in the state, regardless of income.
- Lawmakers are now asking voters to increase the tax to fully fund the program.
Three years ago, voters approved a tax on wealthier Coloradans to fund the Healthy School Meals program for All.
Author's summary: Colorado's school meal program needs funding.