S.4841

Fresh Produce for Families Act of 2026

Introduced·6/18/26

Allows states to use up to 20% of emergency food assistance funds for fresh produce through the Department of Defense program.

The Fresh Produce for Families Act of 2026 amends the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 to allow states to use up to 20% of their allocated funds for emergency food assistance to order fresh produce through the Department of Defense Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. This change aims to provide more fresh produce options to families in need.

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Current
Agriculture, Nutrition, And Forestry Committee
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History

Jun 18

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.