An Act establishing the Massachusetts farm to school program
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a Massachusetts Farm to School program to support local farmers and promote healthy eating in schools. It will establish grants to help schools purchase food directly from Massachusetts farms, increasing access to fresh, local produce for students. The program aims to strengthen the state’s agricultural economy while improving student nutrition and education.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a Massachusetts Farm to School program.
- Creation of grants to support school purchases of locally sourced food.
- Prioritization of partnerships between schools and Massachusetts farms.
- Promotion of healthy eating habits among students.
- Support for the growth and sustainability of the state’s agricultural sector.
- Focus on equitable access to fresh, local food for all students.
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- Massachusetts farmers
- School food service providers
- Local agricultural businesses
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill specifically focuses on providing grants to facilitate farm-to-school partnerships.
- It aims to strengthen the local agricultural economy by connecting schools with regional farmers.
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Sponsors
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22 on record
Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
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