Bill 119 HR 1464, also known as the "Child Nutrition Act Amendment," aims to make it easier for participants in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to certify their eligibility for benefits. The bill proposes allowing individuals to complete their certification process through video or telephone interviews, in addition to the traditional in-person method.
The main goal of this amendment is to increase access to the WIC program for low-income women, infants, and children by removing barriers to certification. By allowing for video or telephone certifications, individuals who may have difficulty attending in-person appointments due to transportation or scheduling issues will have a more convenient option to complete the certification process.
In addition to the provision for video or telephone certifications, the bill also includes other purposes related to improving the administration of the WIC program. This could include streamlining processes, reducing paperwork, or enhancing outreach efforts to ensure that eligible individuals are aware of and able to access the benefits available to them through WIC.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 1464 seeks to modernize and improve the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 by allowing for alternative methods of certification in the WIC program, ultimately aiming to increase participation and support for low-income women, infants, and children in need of nutritional assistance.