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US SR656
Resolution
AI Summary
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Designates the week beginning March 15, 2026, as "National CACFP Week" to raise awareness of the Child and Adult Care Food Program administered by the Department of Agriculture
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Recognizes CACFP's role in providing nutritious meals and snacks to vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, family day care homes, emergency shelters, adult day care facilities, and after-school programs
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In 2025, CACFP served more than 4.5 million children and over 120,000 adults, providing nearly 1.7 billion meals and snacks total
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Acknowledges studies showing CACFP access positively impacts children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, including decreased hospitalization likelihood and healthier weight gain
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Resolution introduced by Senator Boozman with Senator Smith as cosponsor; considered and agreed to on March 22, 2026
Legislative Description
A resolution designating the third week of March 2026 as "National CACFP Week".
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1523; text: CR S1517-1518)
3/22/2026