HR 5567 · 98th Congress · Agriculture and Food
Child Nutrition Amendments of 1984
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EnactedLatest: Referred to Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary and Vocational Education.(1984-05-11)
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Child Nutrition Amendments of 1984 - Amends the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to limit to ten percent the amount of unobligated funds which a State may retain at the end of any fiscal year. Permits (currently directs) the Secretary of Agriculture to reallocate any unused funds to those States which can demonstrate the ability to use funds in excess of their allocation. Provides for the reimbursement of administrative costs incurred by food stamp agencies in providing a certificate of food stamp participation to food stamp households which are to be used in the school lunch verification process. Extends the authorization of appropriations through FY 1985 for State administrative expenses. Amends the National School Lunch Act to provide for a separate special-assistance factor for reduced-price lunches with a base of 68.75 cents and for reduced-price breakfasts with a base of 32.75 cents. Sets the maximum payment for severe need reduced-price breakfasts at 45.5 cents. Requires an annual adjustment of each such separate factor based on the change in the Consumer Price Index for food away from home. Terminates the Summer Food Service Program for Children and the Child Care Food Program. …
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