HB9631: National Food as Medicine Program Act of 2024
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To provide for the establishment or expansion of Food as Medicine programs, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill would establish or expand Food as Medicine programs across the United States. Food as Medicine programs provide nutritious food to people with chronic diseases as part of their medical treatment. The bill aims to help people manage health conditions through better nutrition. It was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently awaiting review.
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HB9631: National Food as Medicine Program Act of 2024
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Sponsors
Barbara Lee
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (27)
Emilia Sykes
Lauren Underwood
Shontel Brown
Veronica Escobar
Kweisi Mfume