Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:09:35Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3294 Child Care Nutrition Enhancement 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, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3294

The Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 3294, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the nutritional quality of meals and snacks provided to children in child care settings.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to establish new nutrition standards for meals and snacks served in child care facilities. These standards would be based on the most recent dietary guidelines for Americans and would aim to ensure that children are receiving the necessary nutrients for healthy growth and development.

Additionally, the bill would provide funding for training and technical assistance to help child care providers meet these new nutrition standards. This would include resources for menu planning, food preparation, and nutrition education for both providers and parents. Another important aspect of the Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act is the requirement for regular monitoring and evaluation of compliance with the new nutrition standards. This would help to ensure that children are actually receiving the nutritious meals and snacks that they need to thrive. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 3294 is to improve the nutritional quality of meals and snacks provided to children in child care settings, ultimately promoting their health and well-being.

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Current Status of Bill S 3294

Bill S 3294 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 14, 2023. Bill S 3294 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 14, 2023. Bill S 3294's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of November 14, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3294

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3294

Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2023Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2023A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act with respect to reimbursements under the child and adult care food program, and for other purposes.

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