Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act
This bill requires school food service personnel to complete mandatory training on preventing food allergies, identifying reaction symptoms, and responding appropriately. It mandates certification for staff and provides accessible training in relevant languages and formats for individuals with limited English proficiency or disabilities. The bill also directs the development of nutrition education materials for WIC participants (including pregnant/postpartum individuals, infants, and children with allergies) and authorizes $1 million annually for implementation from 2024-2028. It directly affects school food workers and WIC participants impacted by food allergies across child nutrition programs.
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Introduced Sep 12, 2024
Last action Sep 12, 2024
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Sep 12, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Sep 12, 2024
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