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Increased Financial Support for Child Care Meals

This act increases the amounts that child care facilities receive for providing meals and snacks. This means children will have access to better and more diverse food, positively impacting their health and development. Parents can expect their children to be better nourished while in care.
Key points
An additional 10 cents for each meal and supplement served in child care facilities.
Changes aim to improve the quality of nutrition for children in daycares and preschools.
Increased financial support for child care providers, including home-based ones, to cover food costs.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1420
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1420.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An additional 10 cents for each meal and supplement served in child care facilities.
  • Changes aim to improve the quality of nutrition for children in daycares and preschools.
  • Increased financial support for child care providers, including home-based ones, to cover food costs.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Family Benefits Education