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SF 2027

A bill for an act relating to the double up food bucks program, and making appropriations.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dan Dawson

Iowa bill funds Double Up Food Bucks program matching low-income consumers' produce purchases at farmers markets to increase access to fresh food and support local agriculture.

Introduced, referred to Appropriations.
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Bill Summary · SF 2027

Legislative bill overview

SF 2027 proposes to fund and establish or expand Iowa's Double Up Food Bucks program, which matches dollars that low-income individuals spend on fruits and vegetables at farmers markets and participating retailers. The bill includes appropriations to support this matching incentive initiative.

Why is this important

Double Up Food Bucks programs increase access to fresh produce for low-income Iowans while simultaneously supporting local farmers and farmers markets. This addresses both food insecurity and supports agricultural markets, with potential public health benefits through increased vegetable consumption.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and appropriations debate: Questions about program funding levels, whether appropriated amounts are sufficient, and competing budget priorities in state spending
  • Program administration: Concerns about implementation costs, eligibility verification, and how funds are distributed between urban and rural areas
  • Market participation: Whether sufficient farmers markets and retailers will participate, particularly in underserved rural or urban food desert communities
  • Effectiveness measurement: Disagreement over whether matching incentives effectively change food purchasing behavior versus simply subsidizing existing purchases

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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