Recognizing the continued success of the Food for Peace Act.

7/11/2024, 8:18 AM
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HRES 1349, also known as the Food for Peace Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize and celebrate the ongoing success of the Food for Peace program. This program, which was established in 1954, provides food assistance to countries in need around the world.

The bill highlights the importance of the Food for Peace program in promoting global food security and reducing hunger and malnutrition in vulnerable populations. It acknowledges the program's effectiveness in responding to humanitarian crises and natural disasters, as well as its role in supporting economic development and stability in recipient countries.

The legislation also emphasizes the bipartisan support for the Food for Peace program and calls for continued funding and support to ensure its continued success. It recognizes the contributions of the program's partners, including non-governmental organizations, private sector entities, and international organizations, in delivering food assistance to those in need. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1349 serves as a testament to the positive impact of the Food for Peace program and the importance of continued investment in global food security efforts.
Congress
118
Number
HRES - 1349
Introduced on
2024-07-10
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HRES 1349, also known as the Food for Peace Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize and celebrate the ongoing success of the Food for Peace program. This program, which was established in 1954, provides food assistance to countries in need around the world.

The bill highlights the importance of the Food for Peace program in promoting global food security and reducing hunger and malnutrition in vulnerable populations. It acknowledges the program's effectiveness in responding to humanitarian crises and natural disasters, as well as its role in supporting economic development and stability in recipient countries.

The legislation also emphasizes the bipartisan support for the Food for Peace program and calls for continued funding and support to ensure its continued success. It recognizes the contributions of the program's partners, including non-governmental organizations, private sector entities, and international organizations, in delivering food assistance to those in need. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1349 serves as a testament to the positive impact of the Food for Peace program and the importance of continued investment in global food security efforts.
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Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the continued success of the Food for Peace Act.

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committ...