Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2022 as "National CACFP Week".
12/29/2022, 10:18 PMSummary of Bill HRES 980
Bill 117 HRES 980, also known as the "National CACFP Week" resolution, aims to express support for designating the third week of March 2022 as "National CACFP Week." The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal program that provides nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults in child care settings, after-school programs, and homeless shelters.The resolution highlights the importance of the CACFP in ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to healthy and balanced meals. It recognizes the program's role in promoting the health and well-being of children and adults, as well as its contribution to the overall development and success of individuals.
By designating a specific week to celebrate and raise awareness about the CACFP, the resolution aims to educate the public about the program's impact and encourage participation in it. It also acknowledges the hard work and dedication of the individuals and organizations that administer the CACFP and ensure that nutritious meals are provided to those in need. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 980 seeks to honor and support the CACFP by recognizing its importance and promoting its mission of providing healthy meals to children and adults in various care settings.
Congressional Summary of HRES 980
This resolution recognizes the role of the child and adult care food program (commonly referred to as CACFP) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks. It also supports the designation of National CACFP Week.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 980
Bill HRES 980 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2022. Bill HRES 980 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 15, 2022. Bill HRES 980's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of March 15, 2022Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 980
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 980
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
Adult day careChild care and developmentCommemorative events and holidaysFood assistance and reliefNutrition and dietPoverty and welfare assistancePreschool educationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 980
Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2022 as "National CACFP Week".Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2022 as "National CACFP Week".Comments
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