Legislative News
As a member of the AND, your voice can make a significant impact in ensuring nutrition programs and initiatives continue to support those in need.
Take Action Now to help ensure we shape a future where evidence-based nutrition guides public health policies.
Current legislative matters:
- Telehealth Modernization Act (H.R. 5081, S. 2709)
- CONNECT for Health Act (S. 1261/H.R. 4206)
- Medically Tailored Meals for Medicare Beneficiaries (H.R. 5753, S. 2834)
- School Food Modernization Act (H.R. 5731)
- Provide Temporary State Funding for WIC
- Restore Nutrition Education Funding (SNAP-Ed)
- Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA)
Federal Advocacy – Model Practice Act Licensing Legislation
In the 2025 legislative session, Model Practice Act-aligned legislation has been filed in nine states: Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Massachusetts, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, and West Virginia. This represents a significant advancement of licensure legislation, including in states such as Arizona and Colorado, where no current licensure or certification exists. Progress has varied across states ranging from no movement to advancing bills through multiple legislative chambers. Notably, in Georgia, the bill passed the House and reached the Senate floor before being stalled due to an early adjournment. Bills in several states remain active and viable in the 2025 session, including Colorado, Massachusetts, Montana, Oregon, and New York. The Academy encourages affiliate members to work with their affiliate policy leaders to continue to advance these licensing efforts.
Did You Know?
The Commission on Dietetic Registration released Revised 2024 Scope and Standards of Practice for RDNs? You can access the SOP and SOPP here and complete the ‘Using the 2024 Scope and Standards of Practice to Expand Opportunities’ free learning module worth 2 CPEUs here!
