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HB 2240

Hunger-Free Campus Food Pantry Grant Program; established, report.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 21 co-sponsors

Virginia establishes state grant funding for college campus food pantries to combat student food insecurity, effective July 2025, with mandatory program reporting required.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0411)
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Bill Summary · HB 2240

Legislative bill overview

HB 2240 establishes a Hunger-Free Campus Food Pantry Grant Program in Virginia that provides funding to colleges and universities to create or expand on-campus food pantries for students experiencing food insecurity. The bill also requires a report on the program's implementation and effectiveness to be submitted to the Virginia General Assembly.

Why is this important

Food insecurity among college students is a documented challenge that can affect academic performance, health outcomes, and student retention. This grant program directly addresses a gap in campus support services by creating a dedicated funding mechanism, while the reporting requirement ensures accountability and allows policymakers to assess whether the initiative effectively reduces student hunger.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and amount: The bill's effectiveness depends on adequate appropriations; insufficient funding could limit program scope and availability across institutions
  • Eligibility criteria: Unclear whether all Virginia higher education institutions (public, private, community colleges) qualify equally, potentially creating disparities in access
  • Sustainability concerns: Grant programs may not ensure long-term funding stability for pantries once initial grants expire, risking service interruptions

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

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