Encourages food donations to persons in need by exempting donors from civil damages for injuries caused by donated food.
This bill aims to encourage the donation of food to persons in need by exempting donors from civil damages for any injury arising out of the condition of the donated food. It applies to food businesses and nonprofit food distribution organizations that donate food to needy individuals or organizations. The donated food must be distributed or served without charge or at a charge sufficient only to cover the cost of handling. The bill also includes provisions for tax credits for businesses that donate food, meals, or crops.
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