Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Richard Lugar (R-IN) introduced S. 990, the “After school Flexibility to Expand Reimbursement for School Meals Act of 2009″ (also known as the “After School Meals Act of 2009″) in May 2009. Shortly after it was introduced, S. 990 was referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. This bill would authorize a nationwide expansion of the After school Meal Program, allowing children from all states to benefit from a nutritious meal after school. Under current law, only ten states can operate this program. It gives schools the option of operating suppers through the School Lunch/Breakfast Programs or through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), easing program administration for some schools. It also authorizes grants to states to encourage schools and institutions to participate.