Title 42 — The Public Health and WelfareRelease 119-73
§280h–2 Education campaign
Title 42 › Chapter CHAPTER 6A— - PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE › Subchapter SUBCHAPTER II— - GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES › Part Part Q— - Programs To Improve the Health of Children › § 280h–2
Summary
Require the Secretary, through CDC and partners, to run a national campaign that teaches children and parents about obesity and poor-diet risks, how to add daily physical activity, and healthy eating. Funds may be provided as needed for fiscal years 2001 through 2005.
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Title 42, §280h–2
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(a)The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and in collaboration with national, State, and local partners, physical activity organizations, nutrition experts, and health professional organizations, shall develop a national public campaign to promote and educate children and their parents concerning—
(1)the health risks associated with obesity, inactivity, and poor nutrition;
(2)ways in which to incorporate physical activity into daily living; and
(3)the benefits of good nutrition and strategies to improve eating habits.
(b)There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005.
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42 U.S.C. § 280h–2
Title 42 — The Public Health and Welfare
Last Updated
Apr 6, 2026
Release point: 119-73