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Why CT lawmakers may take up universal school meals issue in 2026

Disruptions to programs like SNAP have renewed calls for CT to do what it can to ensure that children are fed in schools.

Though SNAP benefits were restored, about 36K CT residents are still at risk of losing food assistance due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Federally-mandated changes to SNAP could push many shoppers off the rolls, creating uncertainty for small businesses like Grocery on Broad.

WIC, which costs about $200,000 a day to run in Connecticut and serves around 52,000 people, will continue thanks to an infusion of state funds.

This is the second year the program, federally known as SUN Bucks, is offered to eligible families. Most people will not need to apply.

From food forests to mobile pantries, CT organizations are finding ways to use nature, community and technology to get food to more people.