An Act relative to urban farmland
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to support the creation of urban farms and community gardens by establishing a fund called the Vacant Lots to Urban Agriculture Fund. The fund will be used to convert vacant lots, particularly in environmental justice populations, into agricultural spaces. This initiative seeks to increase access to locally grown food and promote sustainable agriculture within urban areas.
Key provisions
- Creates the Vacant Lots to Urban Agriculture Fund.
- Provides funding for the conversion of vacant lots.
- Prioritizes projects in environmental justice populations.
- Supports farms, community gardens, and other agricultural enterprises.
- Directs the fund to be administered by the Department of Agricultural Resources.
Who is affected
- Environmental justice populations
- Urban residents
- Farmers
- Community gardeners
- The Department of Agricultural Resources
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated funding source for urban agriculture.
- Specifically targets vacant lots for agricultural use.
- Prioritizes projects in underserved communities.
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Sponsors
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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