New food labeling laws are reducing waste by helping consumers understand the difference between dates referring to food quality and those referring to food safety. 

In part one of this two-part series, State Legislatures News reviews the legislation states have passed to support the health of parents who had children during the coronavirus pandemic. 

The end of the COVID public health emergency will exacerbate food insecurity for many families by reducing eligibility for food-assistance programs and removing temporary payments.

With multiple state agencies—health, education, human services—often providing programs for children and families, states are recognizing the need for a more coordinated approach.

NCSL surveyed 40 state legislators from both sides of the aisle about their knowledge of strategies to prevent child maltreatment.

Panelists at a recent NCSL webinar discussed how they overcame challenges related to two prenatal-to-3 issues impacting Ohio: child care and infant mortality.