McGuire bill expands food, nutrition benefits for Native American residents

Native Americans have historically faced some of the highest rates of poverty, food insecurity, and chronic health conditions here in the Golden State and throughout America. 

To ensure that Native American families and children have expanded access to fresh and nutritious food, Senate Majority Leader Mike McGuire advanced SB 1413 this year, which will significantly increase the amount of food assistance for Native American households facing food insecurity.

Through state budget negotiations, McGuire has incorporated SB 1413 into the budget along with a permanent $5 million in funding, which will forever expand the benefits of California’s Food Assistance Program (CFAP) to eligible Native American households.