To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to increase the purchase of animal protein for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to be included in food assistance distributed under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983.

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Summary of Bill HR 8165

The bill titled "To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to increase the purchase of animal protein for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to be included in food assistance distributed under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983" was introduced in the 119th Congress on March 30, 2026, under the designation H.R. 8165. The bill aims to increase the allocation of animal protein for food assistance in specific fiscal years, potentially impacting the distribution of food aid under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983.

Current Status of Bill HR 8165

Bill HR 8165 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2026. Bill HR 8165 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 30, 2026. Bill HR 8165's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of March 30, 2026

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8165

To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to increase the purchase of animal protein for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to be included in food assistance distributed under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983.