H.R. 5705

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To authorize the reimbursement by the Federal Government of State funds used to maintain participation in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children in the event of a Government shutdown.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · October 8, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Amo · Committee: Committee on Education and Workforce

Table of contents

• H.R. 5705
  • SEC. 1. Reimbursement of State funds used for WIC during lapse in appropriations

SEC. 1. Reimbursement of State funds used for WIC during lapse in appropriations

• During any period of a lapse in discretionary appropriations, in the case of a State agency that uses State funds to carry out operations necessary to maintain participation in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) established under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (), such State agency shall, after the conclusion of such period, be eligible for reimbursement of such funds by the Federal Government. 42 U.S.C. 1786