Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Sponsor: Angela D. Alsobrooks (Democratic-MD)March 25, 2026

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Extends WIC benefits for new moms to help them and their babies for longer

This bill would extend how long new mothers can receive food and nutrition benefits through the WIC program. Currently, moms get WIC for six months after birth, or one year if breastfeeding. This bill would let all new moms get WIC for up to two years after their baby is born.

What Would Change

Today, new mothers who are not breastfeeding can receive WIC benefits for six months after giving birth, and breastfeeding mothers can receive benefits for up to one year. This bill would change those rules, allowing all new mothers to receive WIC benefits for up to 24 months (two years) after their baby is born.

Key Provisions

Extends WIC eligibility for new mothers who are not breastfeeding from six months to 24 months after childbirth.
Extends WIC eligibility for new mothers who are breastfeeding from one year to 24 months after childbirth.
Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to report to Congress within two years on the effects of these changes on maternal and infant health and family experiences.

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Extending WIC for New Moms Act

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