USDA Scraps Obsolete Forms for Feeding Kids and Seniors
Published Date: 5/12/2025
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Summary
The Child and Adult Care Food Program is dropping old paperwork that’s no longer needed. This change helps providers save time and focus more on feeding kids and adults, without any extra costs or delays. If you’re part of this program, get ready for a simpler process starting now!
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Obsolete Form Removed for CACFP Providers
If you are a Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provider, this rule removes an obsolete data collection requirement. This change is meant to cut paperwork and save providers time without adding costs or delays, with the simpler process starting now.
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