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Introduced
In Committee
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Passed
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Introduced Session
113th Congress
Bill Summary
Kosher and Halal Food Act of 2013 - Amends the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 to: (1) provide for the increased purchase of Kosher and Halal food if such food is cost neutral as compared to food that is not from food manufacturers with a Kosher or Halal certification, and (2) modify the labeling of the commodities list under the emergency food assistance program to enable Kosher and Halal food bank operators to identify which commodities to obtain from local food banks.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Halal and Kosher Food Act of 2013, aims to improve the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 by increasing the availability of Kosher and Halal foods within the program. Specifically, it mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture should implement a plan to purchase more Kosher and Halal certified foods from manufacturers, provided that these foods cost the same as non-certified alternatives. Additionally, the bill requires modifications to the labeling of food items distributed through the program, making it easier for food banks that serve Kosher and Halal dietary needs to identify and obtain appropriate food items from local sources.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, and Nutrition. (on 05/22/2013)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/house-bill/1794/all-info |
| BillText | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113hr1794ih/pdf/BILLS-113hr1794ih.pdf |
| Bill | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113hr1794ih/pdf/BILLS-113hr1794ih.pdf.pdf |
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