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New Pilot Program to Combat Hunger for Seniors and Disabled Adults.

This Act establishes a new five-year pilot program aimed at combating hunger and improving access to healthy food for older adults and adults with disabilities. The program will fund research and demonstration projects to implement innovative and effective methods for providing meals. The goal is to enhance coordination among federal agencies to ensure these groups have access to affordable, local, and nutritious food.
Key points
Establishes a pilot program (2024-2028) focused on improving food security for seniors and adults with disabilities.
Authorizes $5 million annually to fund research and projects testing best practices for delivering healthy food.
Mandates interagency collaboration among federal agencies to more effectively address malnutrition in these vulnerable populations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2360
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-07-18