Federal Legislation, Regulations & Policy
It is critical that members of Congress have a working knowledge of how WIC works, so they can consider WIC’s role in the lives of their constituents when making important decisions about WIC funding and other healthcare and nutrition policy issues. To that end, we engage in WIC education and advocacy at the federal level in Washington DC on an annual basis, and strongly encourage our members to invite their representatives to visit a local WIC site!
National Advocacy
Although CWA is an independent nonprofit organization, we work closely with the National WIC Association to advocate for adequate WIC funding and program revisions based on scientific evidence in nutrition and public health.
Stay Informed!
Learn more about WIC on our Facts & Figures page , and subscribe to our Flash e-news for critical biweekly updates related to Federal WIC Policy.
Federal Regulations
- WIC Laws & Regulations
- WIC Federal Policy and Guidance
- Review of WIC Food Packages:
CWA Food Package Proposal Comments (2023)
Improving Balance and Choice: Final Report (2017)
Informing WIC Food Package Recommendations: State, Vendor, and Manufacturer Considerations (2016)
Proposed Framework for Revisions: Interim Report (2015)
CWA Comments (2015) - 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines Review:
Report of the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
CWA Comments (2015) - Child & Adult Care Food Program Review:
Child & Adult Care Food Program Proposed Rule for meal pattern changes
CWA Comments (2015) - WIC Food Packages: CWA Summary of Final Rule Changes (2014)
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