21st Century WIC Act: Remote Access to Nutrition Benefits
This law allows participants in the WIC program to complete their registration and health evaluations via phone or video call. It also enables the remote delivery of food benefit cards, removing the need for travel to local offices.
Key points
Choice of in-person, phone, or video appointments for program certification and evaluations.
Immediate temporary eligibility based on income, allowing benefits to start before medical data is collected.
Remote issuance of food benefit cards via mail or digital means, saving time and travel costs.
Ensured accessibility for individuals with disabilities in all remote communication formats.
Status:
Introduced
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