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Pandemic Food Aid: Meals for Needy, Support for Restaurants.

This act aims to provide meals to low-income and vulnerable populations during and for one year after a pandemic. Funding will go to non-profit organizations that partner with small and mid-sized restaurants to expand meal access and delivery. This initiative supports both those in need and local food businesses.
Key points
Meal Access: Low-income individuals, homeless persons, those experiencing food insecurity, and families receiving public assistance will have easier access to prepared meals.
Business Support: Small and mid-sized restaurants can secure contracts with non-profit organizations to prepare and deliver meals, helping them sustain operations during challenging times.
Funding: The program is authorized for $2 billion for fiscal year 2022, enabling widespread support and operations across the country.
Improved Nutrition: The initiative seeks to enhance the nutrition of the most vulnerable populations, including children and the elderly, especially in rural and hard-to-reach communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3453
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Anti-Hunger Pandemic Recovery Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3453.

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 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Meal Access: Low-income individuals, homeless persons, those experiencing food insecurity, and families receiving public assistance will have easier access to prepared meals.
  • Business Support: Small and mid-sized restaurants can secure contracts with non-profit organizations to prepare and deliver meals, helping them sustain operations during challenging times.
  • Funding: The program is authorized for $2 billion for fiscal year 2022, enabling widespread support and operations across the country.
  • Improved Nutrition: The initiative seeks to enhance the nutrition of the most vulnerable populations, including children and the elderly, especially in rural and hard-to-reach communities.
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. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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