REP. TORRES INTRODUCES THE IMPROVING ACCESS TO WIC ACT TO EASE ACCESS TO NUTRITION SUPPORT FOR MOMS AND CHILDREN

Washington, Oct. 8 -- Representative Norma J. Torres issued the following press release:

October 08, 2026 Rep. Torres Introduces the Improving Access to WIC Act to Ease Access to Nutrition Support for Moms and Children With More Than 4 in 10 WIC-eligible families Not Enrolled, Legislation Closes Gap by Helping States Strengthen Partnerships with Healthcare Providers, Lower Barriers to Participation, and Boost Outreach Efforts Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35) introduced the Improving Access to WIC Act, legislation to make it easier to enroll in and stay connected to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). As families struggle with the ongoing affordability crisis, WIC he...