National Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Week
Where Things Stand
Congress is designating the third week of March in 2025 and 2026 as National CACFP Week to highlight a federal program that feeds 4.5 million children. The Senate passed S.Res. 131 and S.Res. 656 to officially set these dates, while the House versions are still waiting for a vote. These resolutions serve as formal recognition of the USDA's meal services and do not change federal funding levels or program requirements.
The Facts
Key Statements
“Senate resolution S.Res. 131 designates the week of March 16, 2025, as National CACFP Week to recognize the USDA program serving meals to 4.5 million children.”
This bill is the primary vehicle that passed the Senate to establish the 2025 recognition week.
“The Senate passed S.Res. 656, designating the week of March 15, 2026, as 'National CACFP Week' to recognize the Child and Adult Care Food Program.”
This bill is the primary vehicle that passed the Senate to establish the 2026 recognition week.
Policies
These are companion resolutions introduced in the House and Senate to cover the 2025 and 2026 calendar years. The Senate has successfully passed its versions, while the House bills remain in the early stages of the legislative process.
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