Tell Congress to Pass Healthy Meals, Healthy Kids Act to Reduce Child Hunger

From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): Free school meals for all children, which have been in place for the past two years because of the pandemic, are ending next month. And, at the same time, gas, rent, and grocery costs are soaring. … Continued

PA Department of Agriculture Buys More Emergency Food to Meet Increased Demand—Find Out How to Get Help

Food banks across Pennsylvania saw an explosion in their use in 2020 as the pandemic shuttered the economy and millions were put out of work. A year later, those same institutions, which already have helped millions, are still feeling the … Continued

Impending “Public Charge” Rule Could Drive Up the Uninsured Rate for Children

From Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children (http://www.papartnerships.org): The “public charge” test refers to the evaluation by federal immigration officials to determine whether a person applying for a visa or green card is likely to rely on government benefits. The final rule, … Continued

Sign Letter to Congress Urging Passage of the WIC Act This Year

From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): A message from Stacey, a MomsRising member from Overland Park, Kansas: “WIC was incredibly helpful during my pregnancy and first year of our son’s life. I ate better quality food, and the breastfeeding and baby care … Continued

Call to Protect/Expand Services Families Need—July 22

From the Coalition on Human Needs (http://www.chn.org): National Call-in Day Monday, July 22nd Once again, the Administration and Congress are headed towards the brink. In September, services we need may come to a screeching halt unless new funding levels and … Continued

Effects of a Minimum Wage Increase on Social Safety Net

From the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center (http://www.pennbpc.org): Increased income from raising minimum wage is greater, and in most cases, far greater than the loss in benefits and new taxes paid HARRISBURG—As Pennsylvania seriously considers raising the minimum wage for … Continued

New Report Shows How to Reverse Trend of Mothers, Infants, and Toddlers Not Getting Nutrition Needed for a Healthy Life

From the Food Research and Action Center (http://www.frac.org): WASHINGTON, May 7, 2019 — Far too many pregnant women, new mothers, and their young children in the U.S. are missing out on the healthy nutrition they need, according to a report released today … Continued

In Focus: The Importance of the Federal Nutrition Programs for Infants and Toddlers

From the Food Research and Action Center (http://www.frac.org): Poverty, food insecurity, and poor nutrition have detrimental impacts on the health, development, and well-being of young children in the short and long terms. One essential strategy to address these issues is … Continued