Policy
Updated Nondiscrimination Statement and “And Justice for All” Poster Â
Effective May 5th, 2022, USDA released updated Nondiscrimination Statement Guidance. As a result of recent Supreme Court decision, State agencies and program operators must use the new updated nondiscrimination statement and new “And Justice for All” poster.
Read MoreUSDA Seeks Public Comment on Questions for Future Dietary Guidelines
As the first step in the development process of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, the USDA is releasing proposed scientific questions for public comment.
Read More2022 NCNC USDA Policy Update
During the 2022 Child and Nutrition Conference, the USDA held a policy update session.
Read MoreNational CACFP Week Recognized in Congressional Resolution
Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced a bipartisan resolution that will honor caregivers and their efforts to reduce hunger by recognizing National CACFP Week 2022, which is celebrated March 13-19.
Read MoreNCA Joins other Nationwide Organization to Request for the Extension of USDA Nationwide Waiver Authority
The extension of the waivers is needed to continue to provide the needed flexibilities to support providers and sponsors during this ongoing pandemic.
Read MoreCalling for Extension of USDA Nationwide Waiver Authority
Please add your organization name to our national, state and local sign-on letter.
Read MoreUSDA seeks input for the 2023 Family Day Care Home Participation Study
Current and Former CACFP-participating daycare homes are asked to provide feedback. Deadline: February 28, 2022
Read MoreUpdates to the Federal Micro-Purchase Threshold
The changes outlined by FNS may be helpful to program operators experiencing challenges related to supply chain disruptions.
Read MoreEndorse the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act of 2021
Show your organization’s support for an additional/meal or snack in a full day of care as well as other policy priorities.
Read MoreCACFP Flexibilities During COVID-19 Supply Chain Disruptions
FNS has released guidance on current meal pattern flexibilities and opportunities for State agency and sponsoring organization discretion while monitoring meal pattern compliance during COVID-19 supply chain disruptions.
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