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Healthcare Professionals to Inform Patients About SNAP Food Assistance Benefits.

This law aims to improve citizens' access to the federal SNAP food assistance program. It requires the Secretary of Agriculture to create training materials for healthcare professionals, enabling them to inform patients about the availability of these benefits. This ensures that individuals in need can learn about available food aid directly during medical appointments, increasing their access to crucial support.
Key points
Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses) will receive training on how to inform patients about the availability of federal food assistance (SNAP program).
The goal is to increase citizens' access to food benefits by raising awareness during routine health visits.
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Print number: 118_S_2536
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NURSE Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2536.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses) will receive training on how to inform patients about the availability of federal food assistance (SNAP program).
  • The goal is to increase citizens' access to food benefits by raising awareness during routine health visits.
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 Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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