Food Assistance: Nutritional Conditions and Program Alternatives in Puerto Rico

RCED-92-114 Published: Jul 21, 1992. Publicly Released: Jul 21, 1992.

Highlights

Pursuant to a legislative requirement, GAO provided information on the Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP) in Puerto Rico, focusing on: (1) the nutritional needs of Puerto Rican citizens, including the elderly and children; and (2) potential alternatives for providing food and nutrition assistance.

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ChildrenDisadvantaged personsstate relationsFood programs for childrenFood relief programsNutrition researchNutrition surveysPublic assistance programsState-administered programsNutrition