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- H.R.2236
H.R.2236: Foster and Homeless Youth Food Security Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced April 28, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 19, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 28, 2017
Bill Summary
Foster and Homeless Youth Food Security Act of 2017 This bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify certain Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program) eligibility requirements for foster care and homeless youth who are enrolled at least half-time in an institution of higher education. The bill applies to foster care individuals or homeless individuals who are over 17 and not over...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 19, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition.
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| April 28, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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| April 28, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Danny K. Davis (D-Ill.) |