Federal Policy & Advocacy
Federal Legislation, Regulations, and Policy
We urge our members to invite their representatives to visit local WIC sites to see nutrition support in action.
Federal Regulations
Be informed! Review the listed documents and link resources to learn more about each important area the WIC organization advocates for.
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
CACFP CWA Comments (2015)
WIC Food Packages:
CWA Summary of Final Rule Changes (2014)
Breastfeeding:
View Breastfeeding-specific laws that have been enacted
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.
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Resource Hub
2024 WIC By The Numbers Infographic
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