Massachusetts H2455 promotes food donation by providing guidance and education to businesses and consumers.

Massachusetts H2455 mandates the Department of Public Health to issue guidance to businesses on food donation best practices and liability protections. The guidance includes state and federal liability laws, community benefits, incentives, and safe handling regulations. The department must also develop and implement a statewide educational campaign to teach businesses and consumers about reducing food waste. Additionally, the department will conduct webinars for health agents and local boards of health on implementing effective food donation policies.

Massachusetts H2455 promotes food donation by providing guidance and education to businesses and consumers.

Massachusetts H2455 mandates the Department of Public Health to issue guidance to businesses on food donation best practices and liability protections. The guidance includes state and federal liability laws, community benefits, incentives, and safe handling regulations. The department must also develop and implement a statewide educational campaign to teach businesses and consumers about reducing food waste. Additionally, the department will conduct webinars for health agents and local boards of health on implementing effective food donation policies.