H126
An Act establishing community fridges to address food insecurity
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Bill overview
This bill aims to combat food insecurity in Massachusetts by establishing community fridges. These fridges would be publicly accessible refrigerators where residents can donate and take food, reducing food waste and providing access to nutritious meals for those in need. The legislation seeks to support local efforts to address hunger and promote food equity within communities. It’s part of a series of similar bills focused on food security initiatives.
Key provisions
- Establishes community fridges throughout the state.
- Allows for the donation and sharing of food items.
- Supports the operation and maintenance of these fridges.
- Encourages community involvement in managing the fridges.
- Addresses food insecurity by providing accessible food resources.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Individuals experiencing food insecurity
- Food banks and pantries
- Community organizations
Notable changes
- Creates a framework for establishing and supporting community fridges.
- Potentially reduces food waste by facilitating food sharing.
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Primary sponsor
Homar Gómez
Cosponsors
Homar Gómez
James B. Eldridge
James C. Arena-DeRosa
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Bill H.126 194th (Current)
An Act establishing community fridges to address food insecurity
By Representative Gómez of Easthampton and Senator Gomez, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 126) of Homar Gómez relative to establishing community fridges to address food insecurity. Agriculture.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Homar Gómez , Adam Gómez Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.126
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Agriculture |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-1 |
| 11/12/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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