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Supporting Seniors: Nutrition and Social Programs

This resolution highlights the importance of senior nutrition programs, which combat hunger, malnutrition, and isolation. Funded by the Older Americans Act, these programs provide meals, foster social connections, and improve overall health, enhancing the quality of life for millions of older Americans.
Key points
Senior nutrition programs provide meals, social support, and wellness checks, reducing the risk of illness and isolation.
Investments in these programs lower healthcare costs, such as Medicare and Medicaid expenditures, by preventing hospitalizations and expediting recovery.
The resolution encourages support for local programs through volunteering and securing sustained federal funding to meet the growing needs of an aging population.
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Print number: 117_HRES_993
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2022-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nation's seniors each year.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_993.

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 2022-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Senior nutrition programs provide meals, social support, and wellness checks, reducing the risk of illness and isolation.
  • Investments in these programs lower healthcare costs, such as Medicare and Medicaid expenditures, by preventing hospitalizations and expediting recovery.
  • The resolution encourages support for local programs through volunteering and securing sustained federal funding to meet the growing needs of an aging population.
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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