H.R. 5430 (111th): Partnerships for Wellness Act

Introduced:
May 27, 2010 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Carolyn McCarthy [D-NY4]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 27, 2010, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 27, 2010
Cosponsors
9 cosponsors (8D, 1R) (show)
Committees

House Education and the Workforce

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Full Title

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to award grants to eligible entities for projects that leverage community resources and support student access to physical activity, nutrition education, and nutritious foods during the regular school calendar.

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Last updated May 27, 2010.
9 pages

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5/27/2010--Introduced.
Partnerships for Wellness Act - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to award competitive matching grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) participating in the school lunch and breakfast programs for projects that leverage community resources to increase student access to physical activity, nutrition education, and nutritious foods during the regular school calendar. Requires LEA grantees to partner with a community-based organization, a child- and youth-serving organization, an institution of higher education, a health care provider, or another business or community partner in implementing such projects.

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