October 9, 2024
US Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., is supporting universal school lunches to reduce stigma and ensure students are well-fed, citing its importance for learning and community well-being. The Windber Area School District in Pennsylvania already qualifies for free lunch service for all due to its high percentage of low-income families, highlighting the potential benefits of such a policy. Other districts like the Cambria Heights School District and the Central Cambria School District, which face significant school lunch debt, support the initiative, noting it could alleviate financial strain during inflationary times.