Michigan free school lunch program in limbo

Budget standoff in Lansing leaves Michigan schools in limbo ahead of fall classes

Michigan school districts are grappling with financial uncertainty as Democratic and Republican leaders in Lansing remain deadlocked over the state education budget, weeks after missing the crucial July 1 deadline.

Free Meals Encouraged for Michigan Schools Despite Budget Negotiations

Photo: Tim Shortt ~ USA TODAY NETWORK DETROIT, Aug. 13, 2025 ~ As budgets for the 2025-2026 Michigan school year are still undecided, free meals for students are still being pushed. The current funding for these breakfast and lunches is set to expire on Sept. 30. The deadline for a new plan was originally set for the end of June. “In this case, we have no idea what our revenue picture is going to look like,” John Bernia, superintendent of Warre…

Michigan free school lunch program in limbo

With the start of the school year nearing, Michigan's free school lunch program is in limbo due to a budget stalemate.