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Establishing task force to combat hunger among seniors and disabled adults.

This Act establishes the Interagency Task Force to address hunger, malnutrition, and lack of access to healthy food among older adults and adults with disabilities. The Task Force, composed of representatives from various federal agencies and beneficiaries themselves, will coordinate efforts, identify best practices, and remove barriers to nutrition programs. Citizens can expect improved coordination and effectiveness of federal nutrition assistance, directly impacting their health and quality of life.
Key points
Creation of a dedicated Task Force focused on tackling hunger and malnutrition among older persons and adults with disabilities.
The Task Force will coordinate efforts across numerous federal departments (including Agriculture, Health, Transportation, and Veterans Affairs) to boost access to healthy food.
The group will include recipients of federal nutrition benefits—seniors and adults with disabilities—to ensure their direct input and perspective are considered.
By 2026, the Task Force must report to Congress with recommendations on how to improve interagency collaboration and remove barriers to nutrition access.
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Print number: 118_HR_4706
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Senior Nutrition Task Force Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4706.

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 2023-07-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a dedicated Task Force focused on tackling hunger and malnutrition among older persons and adults with disabilities.
  • The Task Force will coordinate efforts across numerous federal departments (including Agriculture, Health, Transportation, and Veterans Affairs) to boost access to healthy food.
  • The group will include recipients of federal nutrition benefits—seniors and adults with disabilities—to ensure their direct input and perspective are considered.
  • By 2026, the Task Force must report to Congress with recommendations on how to improve interagency collaboration and remove barriers to nutrition access.
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. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-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 2025-12-30.

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