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Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4033

Bill 118 hr 4033, also known as the Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023, aims to provide additional funding and support for nutrition programs across the United States. The bill focuses on improving access to healthy and affordable food options for individuals and families in need.

One key aspect of the bill is the expansion of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides financial assistance to low-income individuals and families to purchase food. The bill proposes increasing the funding for SNAP to ensure that more people have access to nutritious meals.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to support school meal programs, such as the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. These programs play a crucial role in ensuring that children have access to healthy meals during the school day. The bill aims to increase funding for these programs and improve the quality of the meals served. Furthermore, the Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023 includes measures to address food insecurity in underserved communities. This includes funding for food banks, community food programs, and initiatives to increase access to fresh produce in low-income areas. Overall, the bill seeks to address the issue of food insecurity in the United States by providing additional funding and support for nutrition programs. By improving access to healthy and affordable food options, the bill aims to promote the health and well-being of individuals and families across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 4033

Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023

This bill authorizes additional funding through FY2028 to pay administration costs incurred by states for certain Department of Agriculture programs. The bill specifically authorizes funding for administration costs incurred by

  • state agencies to carry out the Commodity Supplemental Food Program,
  • states to carry out state plans under the Emergency Food Assistance Program, and
  • states to carry out the Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.

Current Status of Bill HR 4033

Bill HR 4033 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4033 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023.  Bill HR 4033's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of July 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4033

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4033

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

- Food assistance and relief
- Food supply, safety, and labeling
- Intergovernmental relations
- Poverty and welfare assistance
- Social security and elderly assistance
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4033

Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023
Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2023
To provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs.

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