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Malnutrition Awareness Week: Supporting Health and Nutrition Programs

This House Resolution supports designating Malnutrition Awareness Week to highlight the issue of malnutrition in the U.S. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition programs, healthcare access, and research, potentially improving citizens' health and finances, especially for vulnerable groups.
Key points
Designation of Malnutrition Awareness Week (September 16-20, 2024) to increase public awareness.
Support for existing federal nutrition programs, like those for seniors and children, and a call for increased funding.
Emphasis on access to nutrition counseling and screening for early detection of malnutrition.
Recognition of healthcare providers, dietitians, and meal providers in combating malnutrition.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1462
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2024-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of the week of September 16 through September 20, 2024, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1462.

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 2024-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of Malnutrition Awareness Week (September 16-20, 2024) to increase public awareness.
  • Support for existing federal nutrition programs, like those for seniors and children, and a call for increased funding.
  • Emphasis on access to nutrition counseling and screening for early detection of malnutrition.
  • Recognition of healthcare providers, dietitians, and meal providers in combating malnutrition.
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 Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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