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HB 371

End Hunger, Virginia Commission to; changes membership.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 4 co-sponsors

HB 371 restructures Virginia's End Hunger Commission membership to reshape state food security policy influence; passed House 93-6.

Approved by Governor-Chapter 597 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Bill Summary · HB 371

Legislative bill overview

HB 371 modifies the membership composition of Virginia's End Hunger Commission, a state body focused on addressing food insecurity and hunger-related issues. The bill has passed the House with overwhelming support (93-6) and is currently in the Senate Rules Committee for consideration.

Why is this important

The End Hunger Commission advises state policy on nutrition programs, food access, and anti-hunger initiatives. Changes to its membership structure can shift which stakeholders have influence over these recommendations, potentially affecting how Virginia approaches food security policy and resource allocation for vulnerable populations.

Potential points of contention

  • Specifics unclear: The bill summary doesn't detail what membership changes are being made (added positions, removed positions, changed appointment authority), making it difficult to assess the practical impact
  • Representation balance: Any membership restructuring raises questions about whether newly composed boards adequately represent affected communities (low-income residents, food banks, healthcare providers) or shift power toward particular interests
  • Implementation capacity: Changes to commission membership may require clarification on transition procedures, existing members' status, and timeline for new appointments

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

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