H.R. 7565: Food for Palestinian Children and Families in Gaza Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Food for Palestinian Children and Families in Gaza Act of 2026, is designed to ensure that sufficient food assistance is provided to the civilian population in Gaza. The main components of the bill are outlined below:

Certification of Food Assistance

The Secretary of State is required to certify and report to Congress within 30 days of the bill's enactment that the following measures are in place:

• Oversight policies and procedures are established to guarantee that all children in Gaza receive at least three nutritious meals a day.
• All other civilians in Gaza receive at least two nutritious meals a day.

This certification must demonstrate coordination with crucial organizations such as the World Food Program, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency, and other relevant partners, including the Government of Israel and representatives of the Palestinian people.

Oversight Policy and Procedures

The Secretary of State must also submit a description of the oversight policies and processes for distributing food assistance to Gaza. This report will include:

• Details on food assistance provided by the United States.
• Assistance provided by other bilateral and multilateral donors.
• Support from international nongovernmental organizations.
• The role of the Government of Israel in overseeing the distribution of this assistance.

Reporting Requirements

In addition to the certification, the Secretary of State must provide a public report within 30 days of the certification. This report will cover:

• The total amount of food assistance distributed in Gaza.
• The number of children and adults receiving this assistance.
• The donors involved in providing the assistance.
• The method of food distribution.

Information on Assistance Denied or Misused

The Secretary of State must inform Congress about any instances where food assistance intended for Gaza is denied entry, misused, or diverted. This report should include:

• The type of assistance involved.
• Details about the donor.
• A description of the incident and the parties involved.
• The response taken by the Department of State regarding the incident.

Summary

Overall, the bill aims to enhance food security and nutritional support for civilians in Gaza by establishing a structured oversight and reporting mechanism to ensure accountability and transparency in food assistance programs.

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