Establishes community fridges in Massachusetts to address food insecurity, prioritizing placement in high-need areas.
The bill establishes community fridges in Massachusetts to alleviate food insecurity. These fridges, located in publicly accessible areas, allow anyone to donate or remove food. The Department of Public Health will provide guidelines for safe food storage. Placement will prioritize areas with high food insecurity, including food deserts and disproportionately impacted areas. If data is unavailable, placement will focus on low-income areas. The bill also outlines civil liability protections for food establishments distributing or serving food without charge or at a minimal cost.
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