S 4191

A bill to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to extend eligibility of new moms for the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children

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**What this bill does:** This bill would extend how long new mothers can receive benefits from the WIC program (Women, Infants, and Children nutrition assistance). **Who it affects:** New mothers who currently participate in or are eligible for WIC, which provides food assistance, nutrition education, and health referrals to low-income families.

**What would change:** Currently, mothers lose WIC eligibility at a specific point after giving birth. This bill would extend that timeframe, allowing new mothers to continue receiving WIC benefits for a longer period. The exact extension length isn't specified in this summary, but it would give mothers more time to access nutritional support during the postpartum period. **Current status:** The bill is still being reviewed in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. This change would provide additional nutritional support to new mothers during a critical time when they're recovering from childbirth and potentially breastfeeding.

A bill to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to extend eligibility of new moms for the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children

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