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The Senate failed to pass the PUMP Act on Wednesday. That hurts. But it doesn’t mean the fight is over.

By: Cheryl Lebedevitch | Jun 24

This week, Senator Merkley called on the Senate to pass the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act (S. 1658) via unanimous consent. Unfortunately, it takes only one objection to keep a bill from passing through unanimous consent and sure enough, there was an objection.

The Four Pillars of Infant Nutrition Security in the United States

By: Amelia Psmythe Seger | Jun 2

The critical infant formula shortage demonstrates the value of this work and the need to build a robust infrastructure for infant nutrition security in the U.S. that holds all families in care. This infrastructure includes four pillars: Parents, Programs, Policies, and a Plan for emergencies.

Weekly Wire: May 27, 2022

By: USBC Newsletter | May 27

Weekly Wire: Contact Your Senators in Support of the PUMP Act, New Conference Session Announced, and more

Weekly Wire: May 20, 2022

By: USBC Newsletter | May 20

Weekly Wire: FY23 Sign-on Letter Delivered, Infant Formula Shortage Resources, and more

Infant Formula Recall and Shortage: Resources

By: USBC Headquarters | May 19

Due to a historic recall of some forms of infant formula, there is now a nationwide shortage. As the nation grapples with the immediate and present impact of this emergency, we need to do everything we can to support infant food security, including ensuring access to lactation support, supplies, and

Weekly Wire: May 14, 2022

By: USBC Newsletter | May 14

Weekly Wire: PUMP Act Action Toolkit, NBCC Updates, and more (6)

Calling your Senator about the PUMP Act is easy! Here's how.

By: Cheryl Lebedevitch | May 13

To call simply text PUMP to 747464 and the MomsRising tool will walk you through the process.

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