Bills · HR 2236
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2236Federal-Indian relationsIndian social and development programs
Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act
INTRO MAR 18· LAST ACTION APR 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenNative American seniors would potentially receive food boxes that better reflect their cultural preferences or are sourced more locally, leading to healthier and more appropriate food options. This could improve their access to foods that are both nutritious and culturally meaningful.
Tribal entities, including Indian reservations, Indian Tribes, and Tribal organizations, would be most directly affected. Those already administering the Commodity Supplemental Food Program would have the option to take on more control over food procurement for their senior members. This means new administrative responsibilities but also greater autonomy in tailoring food assistance to their community's needs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) would also be affected, as it would need to establish and oversee this demonstration project, including setting criteria, consulting with tribes, and administering new 'self-determination contracts.'
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to create a temporary program allowing eligible tribal entities to directly purchase agricultural commodities for their Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).
This allows tribal communities to have more control over the types of food provided to their elders.
PROVISION 02
Requires purchased commodities to be domestically produced, of similar or higher nutritional value, and potentially include foods with "Tribal significance."
Ensures food quality, supports domestic agriculture, and allows for culturally appropriate food options.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes $5,000,000 for the demonstration project itself and $1,200,000 annually for fiscal years 2026-2029 for USDA staff to administer the contracts.
Provides the necessary funding for the project to operate and for the USDA to manage the new contracting responsibilities.
PROVISION 04
Requires the USDA to consult with Tribal entities to determine participation processes and criteria, and to submit annual reports to Congress on the project's activities.
Ensures tribal input in the program's design and provides transparency and oversight of its implementation.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSAPR 18
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
MAR 18
Introduced in House
MAR 18
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2236
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 18, 2025
Last actionApr 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 18, 2025
House BillHR 2236Federal-Indian relationsIndian social and development programs
Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act
INTRODUCED MAR 18, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 18, 2025
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