States could get grants for WIC enrollment if Congress provides funding

State WIC agencies that apply would receive grants if Congress provides funding. The bill would authorize $50 million a year for fiscal years 2027–2031, but Congress would still need to provide that money. Up to 5% of the funding could cover program administration. The grant program would start no later than one year after funding first becomes available.

Agencies receiving grants would have to spend the money on at least one listed way to help people join or stay in WIC. They could support outreach, online applications, or referrals from health providers and schools.

Agencies would have to keep data collected through grant activities confidential and limit its use to WIC eligibility and participation. For these grant activities, a person's consent would be required before providers give local WIC agencies read-only access to needed clinical records or send health measurements and other WIC documents. Sharing measurements and documents would also have to follow other applicable laws.