By Keith Hadad ACNJ, Staff Writer Earlier this year, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), along with an updated food pyramid. The changes, represented by an upside-down pyramid, emphasize protein intake, recommend full-fat dairy options, and encourage limiting […]
Category: Child Health and Hunger
Keeping Our Kids Safe on the Road: A Parent-to-Parent Conversation About Car Seats
Laura Palescandolo Laura is a member of the ACNJ Parent Leadership Council and is the Head of Operations and Content Editor at a bilateral non-profit organization. Jenn Dowdy Jenn is a member of ACNJ’s Parent Leadership Council and a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST). Laura Palescandolo Laura is a member of the ACNJ Parent Leadership […]
New Medicaid Work Requirements and Eligibility Redeterminations Starting This Year
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin NJ FamilyCare is funded by state and federal Medicaid and CHIP dollars. Nearly 20% of New Jersey residents, including over 860,000 children, receive healthcare through NJ FamilyCare. Almost 550,000 low-income working-age adults in New Jersey are enrolled through the Affordable Care Act’s Medicaid expansion, which is the primary focus of new […]
New Jersey Legislative Fact Sheets 2026
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin How are communities in your legislative district supporting its children? Our 2026 New Jersey Legislative Fact Sheets provide the critical data for lawmakers and state leaders need to make informed policy decisions. Use the data as a roadmap for advocacy. You will also be able to view the New Jersey Statewide […]
Murphy Signs Critical Legislation Before Leaving Office
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Before the Murphy administration concluded, several critical pieces of legislation were signed into law. “Bell-to-Bell” Cell Phone Ban: Effective for the 2026-27 school year, this law restricts student phone use during school hours. The policy reflects recommendations from the Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents, of which […]
