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Increasing Tribal Voice and Food Security in Federal Nutrition Programs.

This law strengthens the role of Indian Tribes in managing federal food assistance programs, specifically the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). It mandates consultation with Tribes on contracting and planning, ensuring the food provided better meets their needs. Crucially, it establishes emergency procedures to quickly address supply chain disruptions, guaranteeing continuous food access for beneficiaries.
Key points
Requires mandatory consultation with Indian Tribes before evaluating contracts for food distribution on reservations, aiming to improve the quality and relevance of food packages.
Establishes an emergency mechanism: if a food shortage occurs, the government must designate an emergency warehouse contractor within 45 days.
Tribes can receive direct payments during crises to purchase replacement food, provided it is domestically produced and nutritionally equivalent or superior.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3236
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increasing Tribal Input on Nutrition Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3236.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires mandatory consultation with Indian Tribes before evaluating contracts for food distribution on reservations, aiming to improve the quality and relevance of food packages.
  • Establishes an emergency mechanism: if a food shortage occurs, the government must designate an emergency warehouse contractor within 45 days.
  • Tribes can receive direct payments during crises to purchase replacement food, provided it is domestically produced and nutritionally equivalent or superior.
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. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

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 2025-12-31.

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