Here's why school districts aren't offering free meals to all kids this year

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A federal program that funded free school meals for students regardless of income has ended this year, meaning families may have to apply for free or reduced-cost lunches.
The Child Nutrition Program waivers, a Biden-Harris effort to help families during the pandemic, were extended through June 30 of this year before expiring. Still, its end comes as many families are continuing to struggle."Inflation is at a 40 year high. And at the same time, there are many families who still