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Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 2537

Bill 118 s 2537, also known as the Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023, aims to improve the administration of nutrition programs in Native American tribal communities. The bill seeks to address the unique challenges faced by these communities in accessing healthy and affordable food options.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a Tribal Nutrition Program within the Department of Agriculture. This program would provide funding and resources to tribal governments to support nutrition education, food access initiatives, and other efforts to improve the health and well-being of tribal members.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase coordination between federal agencies and tribal governments in the administration of nutrition programs. This would help ensure that tribal communities have a voice in the development and implementation of policies that affect their access to healthy food options. Overall, the Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023 aims to address the disparities in nutrition and health outcomes experienced by Native American tribal communities. By providing support and resources to tribal governments, the bill seeks to empower these communities to improve their access to healthy and affordable food options.

Current Status of Bill S 2537

Bill S 2537 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill S 2537 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 26, 2023.  Bill S 2537's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of July 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2537

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 S 2537

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2537

Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023
Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to improve access to the food distribution program on Indian reservations, and for other purposes.

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