Universal Free School Meals Bill passes in Minnesota Senate

Photo by: WDAY Radio Staff
Photo by: WDAY Radio Staff

(St. Paul, MN) -- The Minnesota Senate is advancing a measure to provide free breakfasts and lunches for all students.

The bill in support of universal free school meals passed 38 to 26 on Tuesday.

It will now return to the House for final approval before heading to Governor Walz's desk.

The governor has expressed support for the legislation and is expected to sign the bill into law.