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Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week".

3/18/2024, 10:28 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1077

Bill 118 HRES 1077, also known as the "National CACFP Week" bill, aims to express support for designating the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week." The bill highlights the importance of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in providing nutritious meals to children and adults in daycare centers, after-school programs, and other care settings.

The bill emphasizes the role of CACFP in promoting healthy eating habits and supporting the overall well-being of individuals in these care settings. By designating a specific week to recognize and celebrate the efforts of CACFP, the bill aims to raise awareness about the program and its impact on the health and nutrition of participants.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1077 seeks to acknowledge the importance of CACFP in providing access to nutritious meals for vulnerable populations and to encourage continued support for the program. It underscores the significance of promoting healthy eating habits and ensuring that individuals in care settings have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1077

This resolution recognizes the role of the child and adult care food program (commonly referred to as CACFP) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks. It also supports the designation of National CACFP Week.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1077

Bill HRES 1077 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 13, 2024. Bill HRES 1077 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 13, 2024.  Bill HRES 1077's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 13, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1077

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1077

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1077

Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week".
Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week".

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