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US S2943

US S2943
Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act


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Introduced
09/27/2023
In Committee
09/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require schools to provide fluid milk substitutes upon request of a student or the parent or guardian of such student, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the "Addressing Digestive Distress in Stomachs of Our Youth Act" or the "ADD SOY Act," amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require schools to provide fluid milk substitutes upon request by a student or their parent/guardian, regardless of whether it is for a medical or other special dietary need. The bill removes the requirement for a written statement from a medical authority and simplifies the process for students to receive a milk substitute that meets the most recent Dietary Guidelines.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (on 09/27/2023)

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