Proposed Pilot Program for Diaper Access for Military Families
November 19, 2025
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Where This Stands
Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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This bill would establish a new federal mechanism for military families to access free diapers and essential supplies through partnerships between military installations and qualified nonprofit organizations.
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Military families
Families may receive diapers and diapering supplies at no cost through the pilot program.
National Diaper Bank Network
The organization is designated to provide technical assistance and evaluate the pilot program.
Department of Defense
The agency is tasked with establishing the pilot program and entering into agreements with nonprofits.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Key Facts
- The Secretary of Defense is required to establish a pilot program for partnerships between military installations and covered basic needs banks.
- The program aims to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need at no cost.
- The Secretary must seek an agreement with the National Diaper Bank Network for technical assistance and program evaluation.
- A 'covered basic needs bank' must be a nonprofit entity.
- A 'covered basic needs bank' must distribute supplies at no cost to families.
- A 'covered basic needs bank' must be a member of the National Diaper Bank Network.
- A 'covered basic needs bank' must have at least 5 years of experience in diaper distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to receive supplies under this program?
What qualifies an organization as a 'covered basic needs bank'?
Why It Matters
This bill would establish a new federal mechanism for military families to access free diapers and essential supplies through partnerships between military installations and qualified nonprofit organizations.
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Formalizing Nonprofit-Military Partnerships
The bill represents a shift toward formalizing the role of private nonprofit networks in delivering basic family necessities directly on military installations.
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