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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Nutrition Programs Administration for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2288

Bill 118 hr 2288, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for USDA Food and Nutrition Service Nutrition Programs Administration Act," aims to place restrictions on the funding available to the US Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service for nutrition programs in the fiscal year 2024. The bill seeks to limit the amount of funds that can be allocated to these programs, potentially impacting the administration and implementation of various nutrition assistance programs.

The specific details of the limitations on funding are not explicitly outlined in the bill, but it is clear that the intention is to impose constraints on the budget allocated to the Food and Nutrition Service for nutrition programs. This could potentially result in reduced funding for programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the National School Lunch Program, and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

The bill does not specify the reasons for imposing these limitations on funding, but it is likely that it is part of broader efforts to control government spending or to address concerns about the effectiveness or efficiency of these nutrition programs. It is important to note that the impact of these funding limitations on individuals and families who rely on these nutrition programs for assistance could be significant, potentially leading to reduced access to essential food and nutrition support. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2288 represents a significant policy proposal that could have far-reaching implications for the administration of nutrition programs by the US Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service in fiscal year 2024. It is important for policymakers and stakeholders to carefully consider the potential consequences of these funding limitations and to engage in thoughtful deliberation on the best path forward for ensuring access to nutritious food for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 2288

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Food and Nutrition Service's Nutrition Programs Administration account.

Current Status of Bill HR 2288

Bill HR 2288 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2288 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2288's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of May 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2288

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2288

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2288

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Nutrition Programs Administration for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Nutrition Programs Administration for fiscal year 2024.

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