H.R. 5309 · 117th Congress
Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Rosa DeLauro
- Introduced
- 2021-09-21
- Latest action
- 2021-10-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.
Summary
Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act of 2021
This bill requires the Agricultural Marketing Service of the Department of Agriculture to procure domestically grown, fresh produce for distribution to food banks, schools, tribal organizations, and other qualifying nonprofits that serve individuals at risk of food and nutrition insecurity. The service must procure the produce from growers, packers, distributors, food-hubs, nonprofits, or cooperatives.