Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:00:05Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4466 Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4466

Bill 118 hr 4466, also known as the Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to rename the National School Lunch Program to the "Healthy Kids Meal Program" in order to better reflect the program's focus on providing nutritious meals to children in schools across the country.

The bill outlines the importance of ensuring that all children have access to healthy and balanced meals during the school day, as proper nutrition is essential for their overall health and well-being. By renaming the program to the "Healthy Kids Meal Program," the sponsors of the bill hope to emphasize the program's goal of promoting healthy eating habits among children and reducing childhood obesity rates.

If passed, this legislation would require all schools participating in the program to use the new name and branding materials provided by the Department of Agriculture. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for updating any existing materials, signage, and websites related to the National School Lunch Program to reflect the new name. Overall, the Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023 aims to raise awareness about the importance of providing nutritious meals to children in schools and to encourage healthy eating habits from a young age. This bill has the potential to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of children across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 4466

Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023

This bill renames the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act as the Jean E. Fairfax National School Lunch Act.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4466

Bill HR 4466 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 3, 2023. Bill HR 4466 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 3, 2023. Bill HR 4466's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of July 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4466

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4466

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

Education of the disadvantagedFood assistance and reliefFood supply, safety, and labelingNutrition and diet

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4466

Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023Renaming the National School Lunch Program Act of 2023To rename the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, and for other purposes.

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