So it is not just an amendment dealing with measures that could be detrimental to children. It is also saying, how might a bill help them? So if a bill came up, and the question arose: How can we help children, make sure they have an adequate breakfast or a school lunch? That report could also detail that, too. I just wanted to make sure that was the case.
Discussing an amendment related to children's welfare in legislative proposals.
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