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Read. Follow. Verify.Review of USDA Nutrition Distribution Programs
Record date · January 1, 2022
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of a December 8, 2021, House Subcommittee hearing regarding the oversight and operation of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) food distribution programs. The hearing featured testimony from experts representing food banks, tribal food programs, and community organizations.
The hearing serves as a formal review of how federal food assistance reaches vulnerable populations, which informs future legislative adjustments to USDA nutrition program funding and administration.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
USDA
The agency is subject to congressional oversight regarding the administration of its nutrition programs.
Food distribution organizations
These organizations provide testimony on the operational challenges and successes of federal nutrition programs.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on December 8, 2021, by the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.
- The purpose of the hearing was to conduct an oversight review of USDA nutrition distribution programs.
- Witnesses included representatives from the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, the National Association of Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, Focus: HOPE, and CityServe International.
- The hearing took place in Room 1300 of the Longworth House Office Building.
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- The subcommittee received written statements and reports from various stakeholders, including Metz Culinary Management, Inc.
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Focus on Distribution Logistics
The inclusion of diverse stakeholders like CityServe and tribal representatives suggests a focus on the 'last mile' of food distribution logistics.
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