There's Nothing MAHA About Taking Away Fruits & Vegetables
The proposed agricultural appropriations bill for 2027 could significantly reduce access to fruits and vegetables for millions of low-income mothers and children. This cut of $141 million threatens the integrity of the WIC program, which is designed to promote healthy eating during critical developmental stages. Critics argue that such reductions contradict efforts to improve public health and nutrition in America.
- ▪Nearly 5.4 million toddlers, preschoolers, and pregnant and postpartum women could lose access to WIC benefits under the proposed bill.
- ▪The proposed cut of $141 million would scale back one of the few nutrition programs focused on healthier eating.
- ▪WIC provides targeted assistance for low-income families, ensuring access to essential healthy foods like fruits and vegetables.
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