Lawmaker sets the table for free school meals in North Dakota

By: Michael Achterling

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: January 16, 2026

Words: 551

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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North Dakota legislative leaders on Tuesday will decide whether to reconsider giving free school meals to K-12 students.

Rep. Mike Nathe, R-Bismarck, is proposing that lawmakers take up the issue during next week’s special session, but first he’ll need to pitch it to the Legislative Management committee.

The bill draft mirrors a proposed constitutional ballot measure that could be on the November ballot if supporters gather enough signatures. But while the ballot measure …

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