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State Agency Monitoring in the SFSP


On February 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued Policy Memorandum SFSP 06-2024: State agency Monitoring in the Summer Food Service Program. This policy clarifies criteria states must consider when determining which SFSP sites require pre-approval visits.

You can view this policy memo on the USDA Summer Food Service Program web page External link opens in new window or tab..

A management bulletin will not be forthcoming.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this subject, please contact the Summer Nutrition Programs and Grants Unit by email at SFSP@cde.ca.gov.

Questions:   Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609
Last Reviewed: Friday, March 01, 2024
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