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For the last several years LPPO has consistently advocated for broader access to school nutrition programs as one of our highest legislative priorities.  This year is no different.  We hope to build on last year's successful elimination of the reduced price co-payment ($.40) for K-3rd grade qualifying students by eliminating the co-payment for ALL qualifying students, pre-K through 12.  The complete elimination of the co-pay for school breakfast, and school lunch for K-3 over the last two years, has resulted in increased participation in these important hunger and nutrition programs.  By expanding the lunch co-payment elimination to cover pre-K through 12, it is projected that participation will increase by about 14,500 students per day or 2.6 million meals during the 08-09 school year!  This commitment to combating student hunger and improving student nutrition supports health, development, and education for all children.  For more information on school meals visit the Children's Alliance web site.