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Support for Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

This House Resolution supports a program that provides daily meals and snacks to over 4.2 million children and 138,000 adults in care settings. The aim is to improve health, child development, and support care facilities, especially in the face of financial challenges.
Key points
The CACFP program provides nearly 2.1 billion nutritious meals and snacks annually, aiding in the healthy development of children and adults.
Participation in the program reduces the prevalence of children who are overweight or underweight and improves the quality of childcare, especially in low-income communities.
The resolution urges strengthening the program by offering reimbursement for an additional meal, annual eligibility for for-profit centers, and reducing administrative burdens.
The program helps reduce care costs, supporting working families and small businesses, and enhances the viability of care centers.
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Print number: 117_HRES_980
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2022-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2022 as "National CACFP Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_980.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The CACFP program provides nearly 2.1 billion nutritious meals and snacks annually, aiding in the healthy development of children and adults.
  • Participation in the program reduces the prevalence of children who are overweight or underweight and improves the quality of childcare, especially in low-income communities.
  • The resolution urges strengthening the program by offering reimbursement for an additional meal, annual eligibility for for-profit centers, and reducing administrative burdens.
  • The program helps reduce care costs, supporting working families and small businesses, and enhances the viability of care centers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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