MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Democrats in the state legislature have reintroduced a measure to provide free meals to all kids in public and private K-12 schools.
Representative Kristina Shelton of Green Bay says this is an important piece to actualize Wisconsin values.
“That significant investment, and that recognition that every kid, every family, every Wisconsinite will benefit from this universal program, then we can really address some of the other issues in school meals,” said Shelton.
At a Monday press conference, Shelton and others said the state has plenty of money in the budget surplus to make sure kids aren’t hungry when they’re trying to learn.
An estimate from last session notes the fiscal impact on state and local government could not be determined.
