Juice Access Improvement Act
To require that juice be the default benefit under certain WIC food packages.
The Juice Access Improvement Act, or HB9304, proposes to make juice the standard benefit in certain Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) food packages. This bill aims to ensure that juice is readily available for families who rely on WIC benefits, potentially improving nutrition and health outcomes, especially for children.
This bill would affect families and children who participate in the WIC program, which provides nutritional support to low-income pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under five. By making juice a default benefit, the bill hopes to enhance access to this nutritional product, which could help in addressing childhood obesity and other health issues.
HB9304 was introduced on June 11, 2026, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. This bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process, with committee review pending. Key actions include the bill's introduction and its referral to the appropriate committee for further examination and potential amendments.
