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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing on Federal Nutrition Programs for Young Children
Record date · January 1, 2022
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of a July 2021 House Subcommittee hearing examining the effectiveness and administration of federal nutrition programs for infants and young children. The hearing featured testimony from nutrition experts, industry representatives, and program participants to discuss the current state of these services.
The hearing serves as a formal review of federal nutrition support systems, which directly impacts the availability and delivery of food assistance for low-income families and young children across the United States.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
WIC participants
These individuals rely on federal nutrition programs for food assistance and support services.
Food manufacturers
Companies like Schreiber Foods are involved in the supply chain for federal nutrition programs.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on July 28, 2021, via Zoom.
- The session focused on federal nutrition programs for infants and young children.
- Witnesses included representatives from the Virginia Department of Health, the U.S. Army, Schreiber Foods, Inc., and a WIC participant.
- The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Human Services under the Committee on Education and Labor.
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- The record includes written statements from all four witnesses and additional questions submitted by Representative Glenn Thompson.
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Remote Hearing Format
The hearing was conducted via Zoom, reflecting the operational adjustments made by Congress during the 2021 period.
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