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Support for Food Banks and Organizations Combating Food Insecurity

The House of Representatives expresses support and gratitude to food banks and other community-based organizations fighting food insecurity in the U.S. It highlights their crucial role in providing meals, nutrition education, and rescuing food from waste, directly impacting the health and finances of millions of Americans.
Key points
Recognition of food banks' vital role in providing over 5 billion meals annually and supporting child nutrition programs.
Emphasis that food banks assist millions, including military and veteran families, by supplementing federal food assistance programs.
Highlighting that food banks rescue vast amounts of food from waste, contributing to public health and the economy.
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Print number: 118_HRES_882
Sponsor: Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]
Process start date: 2023-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_882.

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 2023-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognition of food banks' vital role in providing over 5 billion meals annually and supporting child nutrition programs.
  • Emphasis that food banks assist millions, including military and veteran families, by supplementing federal food assistance programs.
  • Highlighting that food banks rescue vast amounts of food from waste, contributing to public health and the economy.
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. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46].

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.

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