HR 5836
Keep WIC Working Act
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Bill overview
The Keep WIC Working Act ensures the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) continues to operate without interruption if the USDA faces a lapse in funding. It provides temporary appropriations to the Department of Agriculture to cover WIC program costs during such a lapse. Additionally, the bill offers reimbursement to state agencies for any funds they use to maintain WIC participation during the period between September 30, 2025, and the bill’s enactment. These funds will remain available until regular USDA appropriations for fiscal year 2026 are approved.
Key provisions
- Provides temporary appropriations to the USDA to fund WIC during funding lapses.
- Reimburses state agencies for funds used to maintain WIC operations during a lapse.
- Appropiations are available until regular USDA appropriations for FY2026 are enacted.
- Specifically targets the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
Who is affected
- Low-income women
- Infants
- Children
- State agencies administering WIC
- The Department of Agriculture
Notable changes
- Guarantees WIC benefits continue during USDA funding lapses.
- Provides a mechanism for states to continue WIC operations during a shutdown.
Fiscal impact
The bill provides temporary appropriations to the USDA, impacting the Department's budget until regular appropriations for fiscal year 2026 are enacted.
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Primary sponsor
Robert P. Bresnahan
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 5836
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To make continuing appropriations for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children in the event of a Government shutdown.
This Act may be cited as the Keep WIC Working Act
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Appropriations shall be made available pursuant to subsection (a) until the date of the enactment of appropriations for the Department of Agriculture for fiscal year 2026 (including a continuing appropriation).