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Healthy Kids Program: Boosting Nutrition and Activity in Early Childhood Care.

This bill establishes a new grant program to combat childhood obesity and food insecurity among children aged 0 to 5 in early care and education settings. The funds will be used to train childcare providers, integrate healthy practices into existing programs, and connect families to essential nutrition support resources. This aims to improve the daily environment and health habits of young children.
Key points
Creates 5-year federal grants to train early care providers on healthy eating, physical activity, and addressing food insecurity.
Supports states in linking childcare programs directly to existing nutrition assistance resources for families.
Funds innovative approaches to promoting healthy habits, including collaboration between childcare and healthcare providers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3171
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-10-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reducing Obesity in Youth Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3171.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates 5-year federal grants to train early care providers on healthy eating, physical activity, and addressing food insecurity.
  • Supports states in linking childcare programs directly to existing nutrition assistance resources for families.
  • Funds innovative approaches to promoting healthy habits, including collaboration between childcare and healthcare providers.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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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