Training and Nutrition Stability Act of 2023

2/6/2024, 8:17 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 3190, also known as the Training and Nutrition Stability Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving access to training and nutrition programs for individuals across the country. The bill seeks to address issues related to food insecurity and lack of access to quality nutrition, particularly in low-income communities.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support community organizations and schools in providing training and nutrition education to individuals in need. These grants would be used to fund programs that promote healthy eating habits, physical fitness, and overall wellness.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase access to fresh and nutritious foods in underserved areas, such as through the expansion of farmers markets and community gardens. It also aims to improve the quality of school meals and increase funding for nutrition assistance programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Overall, the Training and Nutrition Stability Act of 2023 is focused on addressing the root causes of food insecurity and promoting healthy lifestyles for all Americans. It represents a bipartisan effort to improve access to training and nutrition programs and support the well-being of individuals across the country.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3190

Introduced on
2023-11-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 3190, also known as the Training and Nutrition Stability Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving access to training and nutrition programs for individuals across the country. The bill seeks to address issues related to food insecurity and lack of access to quality nutrition, particularly in low-income communities.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support community organizations and schools in providing training and nutrition education to individuals in need. These grants would be used to fund programs that promote healthy eating habits, physical fitness, and overall wellness.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase access to fresh and nutritious foods in underserved areas, such as through the expansion of farmers markets and community gardens. It also aims to improve the quality of school meals and increase funding for nutrition assistance programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Overall, the Training and Nutrition Stability Act of 2023 is focused on addressing the root causes of food insecurity and promoting healthy lifestyles for all Americans. It represents a bipartisan effort to improve access to training and nutrition programs and support the well-being of individuals across the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to exclude as income certain payments received by household members from certain employment programs, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Agriculture and Food

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/1/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.