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Supplemental Food Program: Using Cost Saving Methods Could Increase Participation

RCED-88-35BR Published: Oct 09, 1987. Publicly Released: Oct 27, 1987.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO estimated the number of additional participants states could add to the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) if they purchased infant formula at less than retail cost.

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Cost controlFood relief programsProgram managementState-administered programslocal relationsInfantsAdministrative costsNutritionFood assistance programsCompetitive bidding