Extending WIC for New Moms Act
This bill extends WIC program eligibility for new mothers from 6 months to 24 months after childbirth, directly affecting new mothers who currently lose benefits after six months. It also extends the breastfeeding support period from 1 year to 24 months under the same law. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to submit a report within two years evaluating health outcomes, breastfeeding rates, and family experiences resulting from these changes. These amendments to Sections 17(b)(10) and 17(d)(3)(A)(ii) of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 are the key policy changes.
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May 2023
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Introduced May 15, 2023
Last action May 15, 2023
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May 15, 2023
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
upper
May 15, 2023
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Party
State
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Richard Blumenthal
DDemocratic
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Christopher Murphy
DDemocratic
Co
Cory A. Booker
DDemocratic
Co
Ron Wyden
DDemocratic
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