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Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act
3/13/2024, 11:45 PM
Summary of Bill S 2943
Bill 118 s 2943, also known as the Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of digestive distress in children and adolescents, specifically focusing on stomach-related health issues.
The bill aims to improve access to healthcare services for young people experiencing digestive problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, and other gastrointestinal issues. It also seeks to increase awareness and education about the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive system among youth.
Additionally, the Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act includes provisions for research and data collection on digestive health in children, as well as funding for programs and initiatives aimed at preventing and treating digestive disorders in young people. Overall, this bill is designed to promote the well-being of children and adolescents by addressing the often overlooked issue of digestive health. It emphasizes the importance of early intervention and prevention strategies to ensure that young people have the resources and support they need to maintain a healthy digestive system.
The bill aims to improve access to healthcare services for young people experiencing digestive problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, and other gastrointestinal issues. It also seeks to increase awareness and education about the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive system among youth.
Additionally, the Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act includes provisions for research and data collection on digestive health in children, as well as funding for programs and initiatives aimed at preventing and treating digestive disorders in young people. Overall, this bill is designed to promote the well-being of children and adolescents by addressing the often overlooked issue of digestive health. It emphasizes the importance of early intervention and prevention strategies to ensure that young people have the resources and support they need to maintain a healthy digestive system.
Congressional Summary of S 2943
Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act or the ADD SOY Act
This bill requires schools to substitute a nondairy beverage for fluid milk in the National School Lunch Program upon the request of a student or their parent or guardian. Under current law, schools participating in the program may provide a substitute at the request of a medical authority or the student's parent or guardian.
The bill also removes current requirements that (1) the substitute request be based on an identified medical or other special dietary need that restricts the student's diet, and (2) the school food authority pay for any additional expenses resulting from providing the substitute that exceed the covered reimbursement amounts.
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Current Status of Bill S 2943
Bill S 2943 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2023. Bill S 2943 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 27, 2023. Bill S 2943's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of September 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2943
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2943
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2943
Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act
Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act
A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require schools to provide fluid milk substitutes upon request of a student or the parent or guardian of such student, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2943
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