When I Was Hungry You Gave Me Food

Hungry children have trouble paying attention in school. Poor nutrition affects a child's overall cognitive development and might lead to a myriad of health problems.This is why child nutrition programs are so important: these are the only nutritious meals many kids get. The numbers are painfully well documented. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service (USDA-ERS) reported last week that more than 50 million Americans, including 17 million children, are food insecure – meaning they lack consistent access to regular meals.

Child Nutrition Act Reauthorization

Once every five years Congress reauthorizes the Child Nutrition Act, the legislation that provides funding and sets standards for school food in the United States. The bill passed the Senate earlier this year, but if it does not reach the President's desk during the lame-duck session before the 111th Congress adjourns, supporters will have to start all over again with a new Congress.

Supported by more than 1,300 national, state and local organizations, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (S. 3307) considers new research, stricter nutrition requirements and health policies. The Child Nutrition Act will:

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