What does Preamble of Extending WIC for New Moms Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966. The proposed amendment aims to extend eligibility for new mothers within the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

What does SHORT TITLE. of Extending WIC for New Moms Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Extending WIC for New Moms Act.

What does EXTENDING WIC ELIGIBILITY FOR NEW MOMS. of Extending WIC for New Moms Act do?

This section amends the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to extend the postpartum eligibility period for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The postpartum period eligibility is extended from six months to 24 months. The breastfeeding period eligibility is also extended from one year to 24 months. The Secretary of Agriculture must submit a report to Congress within two years of the Act's enactment. The report should evaluate the effect of the amendments on maternal and infant health outcomes, breastfeeding rates, and family experiences within the WIC program.

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Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Last updated: 3/25/2026 · Introduced: 3/25/2026

Author: Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill extends WIC eligibility for postpartum mothers from six months to 24 months.
The bill extends WIC breastfeeding period eligibility from one year to 24 months.
The Secretary of Agriculture must report to Congress on the impact of these changes on maternal and infant health, breastfeeding rates, and family experiences within the WIC program.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 8055(In Committee)Official page

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