Search Results: keywords:"food access"

  • S. 3847 — To authorize the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to carry out a Social Determinants of Health Program, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,622

    S. 3847 is a bill that allows the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to create a program focused on social determinants of health, with the aim of improving health outcomes and reducing health inequalities. The bill outlines the activities and goals of the...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to let a special group called the CDC help fix problems like not having a home or enough food so people can be healthier, by giving money to cities and groups that need it. They plan to spend lots of money on this, but they need to make sure they pick carefully who to give the money to and check how well it works.

  • H. RES. 1385 — Designating the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as National Farmers Market Week.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:153

    H. RES. 1385 proposes to designate the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week." This resolution highlights the valuable role farmers markets play in generating income for U.S. farmers, fostering sustainable agricultural practices, and...

    Simple Explanation

    In 2024, a special week from August 4 to August 10 is being suggested to celebrate farmers markets, which are places where farmers sell fresh fruits and vegetables to people. This week is important because it helps farmers earn money and encourages people to eat healthy food.