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August 5, 2026 In June 2026, USDA released a notice of Agency Information Collection Activities: Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) National Disqualified List. This notice is of a routine collection of information, where State agencies share information on organizations and individuals who have been found seriously deficient so USDA can place them on…
After conducting a listening session with our community, NCA responded to USDA’s Final Rule: Expanding Fluid Milk Options in CNPs.
In July, USDA announced a Department Reorganization Plan which includes the consolidation of the FNS Regional Offices from seven to five hubs over the next two years. NCA has submitted comments to USDA on the reduction in force at the national office, as well as the relocation and reduction in the number of FNS regions.
In December 2024, USDA released a request for information about grain-based dessert and high-protein yogurt crediting. After meeting with members and extensive research NCA has submitted our response to USDA stating our position on potential changes.
NCA Response – Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs
The National CACFP Association (NCA) recently submitted comments on the Administration for Children and Families’ proposed rule, Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs (ACF-2026-0595). While NCA supports the proposed rule’s continued emphasis on nutrition, healthy eating, physical activity, and family engagement, NCA raised significant concerns about provisions that could unintentionally undermine nutrition services for children enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start programs.