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Military Food Quality Assessment: Standards and Accessibility

This act requires the Comptroller General of the United States to assess the quality and nutrition of food available at military installations. The assessment aims to examine compliance with Department of Agriculture standards and analyze the impact of food options on service member health and retention rates.
Key points
The Comptroller General will assess food quality, including fat, sodium, and fiber content in hot line foods.
The extent to which food options meet USDA standards and affect health outcomes and retention will be evaluated.
The act requires an analysis of how service member feedback is gathered and the availability of food outside typical hours and in remote locations.
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Print number: 117_S_1781
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Nutrition Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1781.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Comptroller General will assess food quality, including fat, sodium, and fiber content in hot line foods.
  • The extent to which food options meet USDA standards and affect health outcomes and retention will be evaluated.
  • The act requires an analysis of how service member feedback is gathered and the availability of food outside typical hours and in remote locations.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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