Free school meal ballot measure debated at North Dakota policy summit

By: Michael Achterling

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: September 22, 2026

Words: 617

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago


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A proponent of the free school meal ballot measure touted the benefits to North Dakota families Tuesday while an opponent cautioned against adding the program to the state constitution.

The two sides presented their arguments during the Greater North Dakota Chamber Policy Summit in Bismarck.

Voters will decide the fate of Measure 2 in November, a constitutional measure that would provide free breakfast and lunch to North Dakota K-12 …

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