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- H.R.4455
H.R.4455: To amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to extend certain certification periods for the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- Introduced July 16, 2021
- Latest Major Action July 16, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (7 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - July 16, 2021
Bill Summary
This bill makes changes to enrollment processes and other aspects of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Under current law, an individual who participates in Medicaid and other specified means-tested programs automatically meets applicable income eligibility for WIC. The bill extends this automatic income eligibility to participants in Head Start programs, certain nutrition programs (e.g., the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 16, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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| July 16, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) |