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Keep Kupuna Fed Act

3/13/2024, 5:01 PM

Summary of Bill S 2579

Bill 118 s 2579, also known as the Keep Kupuna Fed Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing food insecurity among elderly individuals, specifically those in Hawaii. The term "Kupuna" refers to elders or respected seniors in Hawaiian culture.

The main goal of this bill is to provide funding for programs that support access to nutritious food for elderly individuals in Hawaii. This includes initiatives such as meal delivery services, food distribution programs, and nutrition education efforts. The bill also aims to increase awareness of the issue of food insecurity among seniors and promote collaboration between government agencies, non-profit organizations, and community groups to address this issue.

The Keep Kupuna Fed Act highlights the importance of ensuring that elderly individuals have access to healthy and affordable food options, as proper nutrition is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being, especially in older age. By providing funding and support for programs that address food insecurity among seniors in Hawaii, this bill seeks to improve the quality of life for elderly individuals and help them maintain their independence and dignity. Overall, the Keep Kupuna Fed Act is a bipartisan effort to address a pressing issue facing elderly individuals in Hawaii and ensure that they have access to the resources they need to stay healthy and well-nourished.

Congressional Summary of S 2579

Keep Kupuna Fed Act

This bill amends the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to exempt certain Social Security benefits (e.g., retirement and disability benefits) from household income for the purposes of determining program eligibility.

Current Status of Bill S 2579

Bill S 2579 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2579 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023.  Bill S 2579's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2579

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 2579

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2579

Keep Kupuna Fed Act
Keep Kupuna Fed Act
A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to exclude from income certain funds received under the Social Security Act.

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