Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR)
Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as Malnutrition Awareness Week. It highlights that malnutrition is a significant public health problem linked to poverty, food insecurity, and social influences. The text points out that vulnerable populations, including infants, children, and older adults, face high risks of malnutrition and food insecurity. The resolution recognizes the hard work of nutrition professionals, health care providers, school food service workers, and caregivers who address malnutrition. It also acknowledges the value of federal nutrition programs, community organizations, and federal research in preventing malnutrition and supporting public health. Finally, it supports tools like the mandatory Malnutrition Care Score to help identify and treat malnutrition early.
Yes· 3 of 16
- Scored +4
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The bill highlights the importance of nutrition services and the Older Americans Act in addressing malnutrition among older adults.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution emphasizes the role of Federal child nutrition programs in supporting health throughout the lifespan.
- Scored +3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution acknowledges the role of nutrition programs in addressing food insecurity linked to economic instability.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Federal Nutrition Programs: The resolution recognizes the importance of federal child nutrition programs and Older Americans Act nutrition programs in providing healthy food and preventing malnutrition, as noted in Resolved paragraph (3). This is a positive for people because these programs directly help individuals across their lifespan get the healthy food they need.
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Recognition of Nutrition and Healthcare Professionals: Resolved paragraph (2) recognizes the contributions of registered dietitian nutritionists, health care providers, school food service workers, social workers, and caregivers. This is positive because it honors the workers who strive to prevent and identify malnutrition in our communities.
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Importance of Evidence-Based Care: The text recognizes the importance of access to evidence-based nutrition care, such as medical nutrition therapy under the Medicare program, according to Resolved paragraph (5). This is beneficial for vulnerable populations who need specialized medical nutrition support to stay healthy.
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Implementation of the Malnutrition Care Score: Resolved paragraph (8) recognizes the importance of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services facilitating the implementation of the mandatory Malnutrition Care Score for adults. This is a positive step because early identification and intervention can reduce health care costs, hospital readmissions, and long-term complications.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based on the explicit text of the bill, there are no specific sections or provisions that create negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill highlights the importance of nutrition services and the Older Americans Act in addressing malnutrition among older adults. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes the role of Federal child nutrition programs in supporting health throughout the lifespan. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the role of nutrition programs in addressing food insecurity linked to economic instability. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes that American Indian and Alaska Native households are at significantly greater risk for food insecurity. Would retired people be better off under this? — The bill emphasizes the importance of home and community-based nutrition services for older adults. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution notes that Black children are disproportionately likely to experience food insecurity. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The text highlights the higher risk of food insecurity among Asian Americans to drive awareness.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill highlights the importance of access to evidence-based nutrition care for vulnerable populations. Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution recognizes the importance of continued Federal research into nutrition and the human gastrointestinal microbiome. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The resolution calls for the implementation of the Malnutrition Care Score by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65? — The bill recognizes the importance of access to medical nutrition therapy under the Medicare Program.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill recognizes the necessity of continued Federal research into dietary patterns and the gastrointestinal microbiome. Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution recognizes the importance of Federal child nutrition programs and school food service workers.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution addresses how malnutrition disproportionately affects communities of color and specific ethnic groups like Asian Americans and Native Americans. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution identifies the link between poverty and food insecurity as a driver of malnutrition.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The resolution recognizes that early identification and intervention of malnutrition can reduce healthcare costs and hospital readmissions.
- 9/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/15/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 6 Cosponsors added.
Sanford BishopDemocrat · Georgia
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Jahana HayesDemocrat · Connecticut
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Jill TokudaDemocrat · Hawaii