Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 24Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Summary

**What it does:** This bill would extend how long new mothers can receive WIC benefits after giving birth. Currently, mothers are only eligible for WIC for 6 months after delivery if they're not breastfeeding, or up to 1 year if they are breastfeeding. This bill would extend that coverage period. **Who it affects:** New mothers who participate in the WIC program, which provides nutrition assistance including healthy foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. **What would change:** Eligible mothers would receive WIC benefits for a longer period after childbirth, giving them extended access to supplemental nutrition assistance during the postpartum period. This would mean continued access to WIC-approved foods, nutrition counseling, and support services for a longer time after delivery. **Current status:** The bill is still being reviewed in congressional committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.

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