Establishes phased benchmarks for state departments to increase local food purchases.

The bill sets phased benchmarks for various state departments to increase the percentage of locally sourced food they purchase. By January 1, 2025, these departments must ensure that at least 10% of their food purchases are local. This percentage increases to 26% by 2035, 34% by 2040, 42% by 2045, and 50% by 2050. The Department of Education has a separate benchmark, aiming for 30% local food by 2030 and 34% by 2040. The bill aims to support local agriculture and strengthen local food systems, ensuring that revenue from local produce remains in the state.

Establishes phased benchmarks for state departments to increase local food purchases.

The bill sets phased benchmarks for various state departments to increase the percentage of locally sourced food they purchase. By January 1, 2025, these departments must ensure that at least 10% of their food purchases are local. This percentage increases to 26% by 2035, 34% by 2040, 42% by 2045, and 50% by 2050. The Department of Education has a separate benchmark, aiming for 30% local food by 2030 and 34% by 2040. The bill aims to support local agriculture and strengthen local food systems, ensuring that revenue from local produce remains in the state.