Authorizes produce prescriptions for veterans with diet-related chronic conditions and food insecurity.
The Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act amends title 38, United States Code, to authorize the provision of produce prescriptions to veterans. These prescriptions are for veterans who have diet-related chronic conditions and are food-insecure. The benefit can be a voucher or debit card for purchasing fruits and vegetables to improve their condition. This service is included as a medical benefit for veterans.
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