AB 290 Passes the Senate!

Published on Sep 6, 2013 in Child Nutrition, State Legislation, Young Children

9.06.2013 AB 290 (Alejo) Foundations for Healthy Nutrition in Child Care passed the Senate today with another bipartisan floor vote of 38-0! The bill, which would amend licensing laws to add one hour to the preventive health and safety training in order to educate prospective child care providers about the importance of childhood nutrition and the resources of CACFP, will head to the Assembly for concurrence. Stay tuned for more information!

Thank you to all of the bill’s supporters! Everyone’s hard work got the bill through the Senate.

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Questions? Contact Elyse Homel Vitale at 510.433.1122 ext. 206

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