S. 1420: Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025 (119th Congress) Bill Summary

The Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025 aims to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, particularly focusing on increasing financial support for meal programs under the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Here’s a breakdown of the bill's main provisions:

1. Increased Reimbursements for Meals and Supplements

The bill proposes that starting from the first month after it is enacted, each meal and supplement served through CACFP will receive an additional reimbursement of 10 cents. This amount is subject to future adjustments as detailed in the legislation.

2. Adjustments for Day Care Sponsoring Organizations

For organizations that sponsor family or group day care homes, the bill revises how reimbursements are calculated. Changes include:

Updating the terminology related to how reimbursements are categorized.
Ensuring that the additional reimbursement of 10 cents applies to all meals and supplements covered under this section, thereby potentially increasing the funding these organizations receive for the meals they provide.

3. Correcting Language and Terminology

The bill also suggests minor language corrections within the existing legislation, ensuring clarity and proper terminology in the CACFP legal framework.

4. Effective Date

The provisions of this bill will take effect on the first day of the month following its enactment, meaning that adjustments to reimbursements will be implemented promptly after the bill becomes law.