September 7, 2021

On September 2, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) Tom Vilsack, along with other representatives from USDA,  met virtually with SNA, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and other allied organizations to discuss the importance of  Healthy School Meals for All. During this meeting, each organization shared personal testimony on the critical importance of Healthy School Meals for All and the  educational benefits of each student receiving a healthy, nutritious meal. SNA CEO Patricia Montague also shared member testimony on the current supply chain disruptions impacting school nutrition professionals and thanked Secretary Vilsack for current COVID waivers. Secretary Vilsack committed to working with all organizations and with Members of Congress on identifying ways to advocate for universal meals moving forward.