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Supporting Senior Nutrition: Recognizing Vital Programs for Older Americans.

This resolution highlights the crucial role of the Older Americans Act nutrition program in helping millions of seniors across the nation. It emphasizes how these programs provide nutritious meals, combat isolation, and improve overall health, directly impacting the daily well-being and financial stability of older adults and their families by reducing healthcare costs.
Key points
Provides free or low-cost nutritious meals, both at community centers and delivered to homes, for individuals aged 60 and older, and those with disabilities.
Offers social interaction, friendly visits, and wellness checks, helping to reduce loneliness and improve mental and physical health.
Contributes to lower healthcare costs for taxpayers by preventing falls, reducing hospital stays, and delaying the need for long-term care.
Encourages ongoing support and funding for these programs, recognizing volunteers as essential to their success.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_1002
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2026-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nations seniors each year.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_1002.

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 2026-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides free or low-cost nutritious meals, both at community centers and delivered to homes, for individuals aged 60 and older, and those with disabilities.
  • Offers social interaction, friendly visits, and wellness checks, helping to reduce loneliness and improve mental and physical health.
  • Contributes to lower healthcare costs for taxpayers by preventing falls, reducing hospital stays, and delaying the need for long-term care.
  • Encourages ongoing support and funding for these programs, recognizing volunteers as essential to their success.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-18.

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