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Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2023 as "National CACFP Week".

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 225

Bill 118 HRES 225, also known as the "National CACFP Week" bill, is a resolution that expresses support for designating the third week of March 2023 as "National CACFP Week." The bill aims to raise awareness and recognition for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), which provides nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults in child care settings, after-school programs, and homeless shelters.

The resolution highlights the importance of the CACFP in promoting the health and well-being of children and adults by ensuring they have access to healthy and balanced meals. It also acknowledges the program's role in supporting child care providers and promoting good nutrition habits among participants.

By designating a specific week to celebrate and raise awareness for the CACFP, the bill aims to encourage participation in the program and highlight its impact on the lives of children and adults across the country. The resolution emphasizes the need for continued support and funding for the CACFP to ensure that all eligible individuals have access to nutritious meals and snacks. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 225 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to promote the importance of the CACFP and recognize the valuable role it plays in supporting the health and well-being of children and adults in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HRES 225

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 225

Bill HRES 225 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill HRES 225 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2023.  Bill HRES 225's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 225

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 225

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 225

Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2023 as "National CACFP Week".
Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2023 as "National CACFP Week".

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