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October 18, 2012 | Journal Article
This research and practice report identifies characteristics of state-level childhood obesity legislation that influences bill passage rates. Bills introduced by a bipartisan group of legislators were most likely to pass.
December 14, 2012 | Program Result Report
Researchers analyzed state legislation on childhood obesity for factors that predict enactment and to understand the relationship between enacted policies and obesity rates. They developed tools to help others analyze legislation.
August 30, 2010 | Program Result Report
RWJF provided four grants to enable the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices to enlist governors in tackling the childhood obesity epidemic and encourage state innovation in policies and programs.
November 1, 2011 | Report
California making headway in battle against childhood obesity but study shows successes are uneven.
October 1, 2011 | Journal Article
In an effort to address the childhood obesity, U.S. states and school districts have enacted policies to curb childhood obesity. This study examines geographic differences in state and district policies across Census divisions.
March 10, 2011 | Journal Article
A growing number of cities and counties have emerged as leaders in the fight against obesity in the United States and have enacted innovative policies to address this epidemic.
February 1, 2010 | Report
2009 cited as banner year for legislative action on healthy food, physical activity and community design measures.
September 1, 2009 | Report
This report looks at actions states are taking to prevent obesity and encourage children to eat healthier and be more active in child care, school, community and health care settings.
April 1, 2011 | Book
This study tested the hypothesis that body weight is influenced by insurance coverage.
March 1, 2010 | Journal Article
This paper examines the economic causes and consequences of obesity, the rationales for government intervention, the cost-effectiveness of various policies, and the need for more research funding.