H4419
Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the strengths and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s emergency food network
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Bill overview
This resolution creates a special commission to examine the current state of Massachusetts’ emergency food network. The commission will assess the network’s strengths and identify potential challenges to its long-term sustainability. It aims to provide recommendations for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of food assistance programs within the state. The commission’s findings will inform future policy decisions related to food security.
Key provisions
- Conduct an investigation into the strengths and weaknesses of the emergency food network.
- Assess the sustainability of the network’s operations.
- Identify potential challenges and barriers to accessing food assistance.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs.
- Make recommendations for improvements and future strategies.
Who is affected
- Low-income individuals and families in Massachusetts
- Food banks and emergency food providers
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health
- The Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries
- The General Court
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
James B. Eldridge
James C. Arena-DeRosa
Joanne M. Comerford
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Resolve H.4419 194th (Current)
Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the strengths and sustainability of the Commonwealth’s emergency food network
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries Status: Referred to House Committee on Rules
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Displaying 4 actions for Resolve H.4419
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 9/8/2025 | House | New draft of H118 |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Discharged to the committee on House Rules |
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