FOOD-AND-CONSUMER-SERVICE

Summer Food Service Program Reimbursement Rates for 1998

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Consumer Service announced the reimbursement rates for the Summer Food Service Program for Children for 1998. This notice provides the updated financial parameters for program operators.

Agency Information Collection for Free School Meals Eligibility

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Consumer Service published a notice requesting comments on a proposed information collection activity related to determining eligibility for free school meals and milk for children from households certified for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. The comment period closed on April 6, 1998.

Agency Information Collection Activities Proposed for Comment

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Consumer Service is proposing to collect comments on its Coordination Best Practices Project. This notice is part of the agency's information collection activities and is subject to public comment.

Improved Targeting of Day Care Home Reimbursements

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Consumer Service announced a final rule concerning the improved targeting of day care home reimbursements. This rule aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reimbursement processes for eligible day care providers.

Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act Amendments

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Consumer Service issued amendments to the Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act. These amendments, published on February 26, 1998, are effective April 27, 1998, with some provisions effective earlier.