Juice for Healthy Families Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
The Juice for Healthy Families Act of 2026 aims to increase the amount of juice available to families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Specifically, it adjusts the monthly allowance of single-strength juice provided through WIC to 128 fluid ounces for certain food packages. This change is intended to promote healthier beverage choices for young children.
Key provisions
- Increases the monthly juice allowance for WIC recipients.
- Specifies a maximum of 128 fluid ounces of single-strength juice per month.
- Applies to Food Packages IV, V, VI, and VII under WIC.
Who is affected
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) participants
- Families receiving WIC benefits
- Low-income families with young children
Notable changes
- Modifies the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to adjust WIC juice allowances.
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