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- Hotline: 539-234-3265 or 800-256-0671 ext. 5275
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Resource | Webinars/Videos
WIC Food Packages Final Rule Stakeholder Briefing
Recording of April 18, 2024 briefing for external partners on the WIC Food Packages Final Rule.
05/13/2024
Resource | Policy
WIC Policy Memo 2024-5: Implementing the Provisions of the Revisions in the WIC Food Packages Final Rule
On April 18, 2024, FNS published the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Revisions in the WIC Food Packages final rule. Through this policy memorandum, FNS formally describes the timeline and parameters for implementation of the provisions of the final rule.
2024-5
04/23/2024
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Changes to the WIC Food Packages Q&As
FNS is recommending science-based updates to the food provided to WIC participants to best meet their nutritional needs and foster healthy growth and development.
04/09/2024
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
Questions and Answers about the WIC AFBA Final Rule with Request for Comments
In July of 2022, the Access to Baby Formula Act of 2022 was signed into law. This rule implements the provisions of ABFA and several other related changes to strengthen WIC’s ability to address certain disasters, emergencies, and supply chain disruptions, particularly those impacting infant formula.
12/12/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
Professional Standards: Resources
These resources provide school nutrition professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement and meet the professional standards requirements within their programs.
11/03/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
WIC Eligibility Requirements to Bid on State Agency Infant Formula Contracts
This page includes information for vendors who may be interested in bidding on open infant formula state agency rebate contracts. Information on guidance and regulations is included, as well as any contracts open for bids.
10/02/2023
Resource | Policy
Community Eligibility Provision: Implementing the New Minimum Identified Student Percentage
This guidance applies to state agencies and local educational agencies administering the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. This guidance provides information on the final rule, Child Nutrition Programs: Community Eligibility Provision – Increasing Options for School.
SP 22-2023
09/26/2023
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Infant Formula
Many families rely on infant formula to feed their babies. Infant formula can provide important nutrients for your baby’s growth and development. Some FNS programs – including CACFP, SNAP, and WIC – provide access to formula to support healthy infant development. USDA is committed to ensuring that FNS program participants always have access to the formula they need.
09/21/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
Recursos de los estándares profesionales
Los estándares profesionales son una norma que determina los requisitos anuales de capacitación y criterios de contratación para profesionales en los programas de nutrición escolar. Estas normas brindan estándares profesionales consistentes a nivel nacional y fortalecen la capacidad de los profesionales de la nutrición escolar para desempeñar sus funciones de manera eficaz y eficiente.
09/12/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
Q&As about the Proposed Rule, Food Distribution Programs: Improving Access and Parity
FNS is proposing to amend its regulations to make access and parity improvements within several food distribution programs, including the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, The Emergency Food Assistance Program, and USDA Foods disaster response.
09/08/2023