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Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 12:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9069

Bill 117 hr 9069, also known as the Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022, aims to address the nutritional needs of military families. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by military families, including frequent moves and deployments, which can make it difficult to access healthy and affordable food options.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Expansion of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility for military families: The bill seeks to expand eligibility for SNAP benefits to include more military families who may be struggling to afford nutritious food. This would provide much-needed assistance to those who serve our country. 2. Increased access to healthy food options on military bases: The bill calls for an increase in the availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy food options at military commissaries and dining facilities. This would help ensure that military families have access to nutritious food choices, even when living on base. 3. Nutrition education and support programs for military families: The bill proposes the implementation of nutrition education programs and support services for military families, to help them make informed decisions about their diet and overall health. This would empower military families to lead healthier lifestyles and improve their overall well-being. Overall, the Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022 aims to support the nutritional needs of military families and ensure that they have access to healthy and affordable food options. By addressing these challenges, the bill seeks to improve the health and well-being of military families across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 9069

Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022

This bill excludes military housing allowances from income when determining eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Current Status of Bill HR 9069

Bill HR 9069 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2022. Bill HR 9069 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2022.  Bill HR 9069's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations. as of October 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9069

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
36
Democrat Cosponsors
34
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9069

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9069

Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022
Military Family Nutrition Act of 2022
To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to exclude from income for purposes of eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program the basic allowance for housing received by members of the uniformed services.

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