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Healthy Kids Program: Promoting Healthy Habits in Early Childhood Care

This act aims to improve the health of children aged birth to 5 by supporting healthy eating and physical activity in early care and education settings. It provides grants for training caregivers and implementing programs that promote healthy habits, potentially impacting the daily lives of children and their families.
Key points
Financial support for organizations and institutions focused on child health to create programs promoting healthy eating and physical activity in early care and education settings for children up to age 5.
Training for early care and education staff on healthy eating, physical activity, and addressing food insecurity among children.
Support for states in integrating the promotion of healthy habits into existing child care programs.
Monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of programs in preventing obesity and improving food security in young children.
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Print number: 117_HR_5247
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2021-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reducing Obesity in Youth Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5247.

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 2021-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for organizations and institutions focused on child health to create programs promoting healthy eating and physical activity in early care and education settings for children up to age 5.
  • Training for early care and education staff on healthy eating, physical activity, and addressing food insecurity among children.
  • Support for states in integrating the promotion of healthy habits into existing child care programs.
  • Monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of programs in preventing obesity and improving food security in young children.
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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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