# Plain Language Summary: National CACFP Week Resolution

This is a symbolic resolution that designates the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week." CACFP stands for the Child and Adult Care Food Program, which is a federal program that provides meals and snacks to children and adults in childcare settings, after-school programs, and adult day care facilities.

The resolution doesn't create any new laws or change how the program operates. Instead, it's essentially a formal statement of support and recognition. Congress is saying, "We want to highlight and celebrate this important food assistance program during this specific week in March." It's similar to how Congress designates weeks for other causes—like National Teacher Appreciation Week or National Farmers Week—to draw public attention to something they consider valuable.

In practical terms, this means organizations that run childcare centers, schools, and adult care programs might use this designated week to raise awareness about the CACFP program, educate families about the meals and nutrition services available, or highlight the program's importance in their communities. For most people, this resolution won't directly change anything about how they access food assistance or how programs operate. It's mainly a way for Congress to publicly acknowledge the program's role in feeding vulnerable populations—children in childcare and low-income adults in care facilities.

Expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2024 as "National CACFP Week".

Bonamici, Suzanne

 <p>This resolution recognizes the role of the child and adult care food program (commonly referred to as CACFP) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in child care centers, adult day care homes, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks. It also supports the designation of National CACFP Week.</p>