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Support for Senior Meal Delivery: New Refrigerated Vehicles

This act establishes a grant program for purchasing, customizing, or repairing vehicles with hot and cold food storage capabilities. The goal is to improve meal delivery to older individuals, especially those with significant economic or social needs, through local agencies and nutrition service providers. This ensures seniors receive meals at appropriate temperatures, enhancing the quality and safety of deliveries.
Key points
Grants will be available to states for purchasing or repairing specialized vehicles for senior meal delivery.
Vehicles must be capable of safely storing both hot and cold food.
Preference will be given to states with a high percentage of older individuals, high poverty rates among seniors, and high demand for nutrition services.
The program is authorized to receive $60 million annually from fiscal years 2022 through 2026.
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Print number: 117_HR_4933
Sponsor: Rep. Vela, Filemon [D-TX-34]
Process start date: 2021-08-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HOME Meals Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4933.

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 2021-08-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants will be available to states for purchasing or repairing specialized vehicles for senior meal delivery.
  • Vehicles must be capable of safely storing both hot and cold food.
  • Preference will be given to states with a high percentage of older individuals, high poverty rates among seniors, and high demand for nutrition services.
  • The program is authorized to receive $60 million annually from fiscal years 2022 through 2026.
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. Vela, Filemon [D-TX-34].

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 2025-12-28.

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