Bill
HB 2825
Overview: HB 2825, Establish food desert produce pilot program, was introduced to the House Government Organization committee on February 13, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims
Overview: HB 2825, Establish food desert produce pilot program, was introduced to the House Government Organization committee on February 13, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address food insecurity in underserved urban and rural areas by establishing a pilot program to increase access to fresh produce. The goal is to improve nutrition and health outcomes in communities designated as food deserts.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a 3-year pilot program to provide grants to local organizations for establishing produce distribution hubs in food deserts
- Requires the Department of Agriculture to develop guidelines and eligibility criteria for the grant program
- Allocates $5 million in funding for the pilot program over the 3-year period
- Mandates annual reporting on program outcomes and recommendations for expansion
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would directly benefit residents living in designated food deserts by improving their access to affordable, fresh produce. Local community organizations and small farmers would also be eligible for grant funding to participate in the program.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the House Government Organization committee and is awaiting further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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