Recognizing the important work of Meals on Wheels America and senior nutrition programs throughout the Nation in addressing hunger and isolation and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nation's seniors each year.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 1, 2016)
Recognizes and honors: (1) the work of Meals on Wheels America and senior nutrition programs throughout the nation in addressing hunger, isolation, and the quality of life of seniors; (2) the volunteers for the programs; and (3) the role that March for Meals celebrations play in increasing awareness of the need for non-federal funds and volunteers for the programs.
Encourages Members of Congress to support their local senior nutrition programs by participating in March for Meals events and by delivering meals to homebound seniors and serving them in a group setting throughout the year.
What just happenedMar 1, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMar 1, 2016
- Mar 1, 2016IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Education and the Workforce Committee - Mar 1, 2016IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Mar 1, 2016IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House