An Act relative to establishing a food justice frontline
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish a ‘food justice frontline’ in Massachusetts, aiming to address food insecurity and promote equitable access to healthy food. It intends to support community-led initiatives and programs that work to improve food systems and reduce disparities in food access. The bill proposes to create a framework for collaboration and resource allocation to tackle the root causes of hunger and food insecurity. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure all residents of Massachusetts have reliable access to nutritious food.
Key provisions
- Establish a ‘food justice frontline’ to coordinate efforts.
- Support community-based food access initiatives.
- Promote equitable access to healthy food options.
- Address the root causes of food insecurity.
- Foster collaboration among stakeholders.
- Provide resources for food justice programs.
Who is affected
- Low-income residents
- Food insecure individuals
- Community organizations
- Farmers
- Food banks
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Patricia D. Jehlen
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Patricia D. Jehlen
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