; and (ii) the number and type of referrals made to the special supplemental nutrition program under a policy developed under subparagraph (A)(ii). (6) Study on the importance of meeting the nutritional needs of pregnant women and young children (A) In general Not later than December 31, 2021, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture and Education and Labor of the House of Representatives a report that describes— (i) the importance of adequate and sound nutrition during pregnancy, the postpartum period, and early childhood to birth outcomes, child development, ongoing health, and economic stability; (ii) the manner in which the special supplemental nutrition program works in combination with the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the Medicaid program to support adequate and sound nutrition for eligible women and children that receive benefits under those programs; (iii) research findings on the short- and long-term outcomes associated with receiving benefits under the programs described in clause (ii) during pregnancy and early childhood years