1. A. The Older Americans Act, Section 311, rewards federally funded nutrition programs.
2. B. Any meal served by a provider to eligible individuals which meets RDA requirements, regardless of funding source, shall be reported for NSIP assistance. However, only programs funded with Title III federal funds are eligible to receive assistance.

3. C. NSIP funding must only be used to purchase food which is grown or processed in the United States. Coffee, tea, cocoa, decaffeinated beverages, fruits, and vegetables grown outside of the U.S. are not reimbursable.

   HISTORY OF 9.2.18 NMAC:

   Pre-NMAC History: SAA Rule 95-18, Nutrition Services Standards, filed 4/13/1995. 9.2.18 NMAC, Nutrition Services Standards, effective 5/31/2001- replaced SAA Rule 95-18, filed 4/13/1995.

   History of Repealed Material:

   9.2.18 NMAC, filed 5/10/2001 - Repealed 6/30/2015.

[9.2.18.16 NMAC - Rp, 9.2.18.17 NMAC, 6/30/2015]