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Nutrition Support for Kids and Families: Extended WIC Eligibility

This act aims to simplify access to the WIC nutrition program for women, infants, and children. It extends eligibility periods and streamlines processes, meaning more families can more easily obtain nutritional support, and children will be covered longer without frequent re-applications.
Key points
Children can be certified for the WIC program for up to 2 years, instead of the previous 1 year, reducing bureaucracy for parents.
Automatic eligibility has been expanded for families already receiving assistance from other programs like Medicaid, CHIP, Head Start, or food programs for Native American communities.
Infants born to mothers participating in the WIC program will be automatically eligible, without needing additional applications.
Recertification processes are simplified, allowing the use of existing documentation from other assistance programs.
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Print number: 118_HR_5757
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2023-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WIC for Kids Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5757.

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 2023-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children can be certified for the WIC program for up to 2 years, instead of the previous 1 year, reducing bureaucracy for parents.
  • Automatic eligibility has been expanded for families already receiving assistance from other programs like Medicaid, CHIP, Head Start, or food programs for Native American communities.
  • Infants born to mothers participating in the WIC program will be automatically eligible, without needing additional applications.
  • Recertification processes are simplified, allowing the use of existing documentation from other assistance programs.
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. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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