S 3141
Food Donation Improvement Act of 2019
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Bill overview
This bill, the Food Donation Improvement Act of 2019, aims to make it easier for businesses and organizations to donate food by expanding liability protections. It clarifies that donations of food deemed ‘apparently fit’ or ‘wholesome,’ even at a reduced price, are protected from lawsuits. The bill also defines ‘qualified direct donors’ and requires the Department of Agriculture to establish clear regulations regarding food quality and labeling standards for donations.
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Patrick Toomey
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