12.06.2010

Child Nutrition Reauthorization Passes!

Great strides were made in national child nutrition last week.  After what seems like years of government contemplation, the legislation finally passed!  We're thrilled about the positive changes that will now be possible for America's kids...our future.  See below for an article from the Huffington Post, written by Feeding America's Vicki Escarra. 

"My southern roots have taught me that when someone does something for which you are grateful, you write a thank-you note.


We've been talking for months about the urgent need for a robust child nutrition bill and today, the Feeding America network gets to celebrate the passage of the long-awaited Healthy, Hunger-Free Families Act. The legislation will increase access to federal food programs for millions of children and improve the nutritional quality of the meals they serve. And for that, we have many, many people to thank...."

Click here for the remainder of the story....


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