The first flight of baby formula from Europe arrived in Indiana on Sunday as the White House tries to address a nationwide shortage. President Joe Biden authorized the use of Air Force planes for the effort, dubbed “Operation Fly Formula,” because no commercial flights were available. “Folks, I’m excited to tell …
Read More »Nine Republicans Vote Against Bill Expanding Access To Baby Formula For Families In Need
The House on Wednesday voted to pass the bipartisan Access to Baby Formula Act, a bill led by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), to help improve access to infant formula for families who participate in the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program during a crisis, like the current shortage of formula in the …
Read More »House Democrats Introduce Bill To Address Baby Formula Shortage
House Democrats introduced legislation Tuesday to help address the country’s ongoing shortage of baby formula. House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn) introduced the Infant Formula Supplemental Appropriations Act, which would give the Food and Drug Administration(FDA) an additional $28 million, dedicated to helping inspect baby formula before it hits …
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