Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-16T17:01:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8055 Extending WIC for New Moms Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/16/2026, 5:01 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8055

H.R. 8055 of the 119th Congress, introduced on March 24, 2026, aims to extend eligibility for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to include new mothers. The bill does not provide specific details beyond the extension of eligibility and states that other purposes are also intended.

Congressional Summary of HR 8055

Extending WIC for New Moms Act

This bill amends the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to extend the eligibility periods for breastfeeding and postpartum women.

Specifically, a state program may elect to certify a breastfeeding woman for up to 24 months (currently 1 year) postpartum. The bill also expands the eligibility period for postpartum women to up to 24 months after termination of pregnancy (currently 6 months).

The Department of Agriculture must submit a report to Congress evaluating the effect of these changes to the program on (1) maternal and infant health outcomes, (2) breastfeeding rates, and (3) qualitative evaluations of family experiences under WIC.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8055

Bill HR 8055 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2026. Bill HR 8055 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2026. Bill HR 8055's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of March 24, 2026