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Federal Government Covers 100% of Food Program Costs on Indian Reservations.

This bill aims to improve access to food distribution programs within Indian reservations. The main change is that the federal government will now cover 100% of the administrative and distribution costs associated with these programs. This eliminates the financial burden of cost-sharing for tribal entities, potentially streamlining the delivery of essential food assistance to families in need.
Key points
The federal government will now pay 100% of the administrative and distribution costs for food programs on Indian reservations.
This change removes the previous cost-sharing requirement for tribal entities, aiming to increase the efficiency and availability of food aid.
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Print number: 118_S_2537
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tribal Nutrition Program Administration Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2537.

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:

  • The federal government will now pay 100% of the administrative and distribution costs for food programs on Indian reservations.
  • This change removes the previous cost-sharing requirement for tribal entities, aiming to increase the efficiency and availability of food aid.
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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