Minnesota HF2102 appropriates funds for the local food purchasing assistance grant program.

Minnesota HF2102 establishes a grant program to support local food purchasing in low- or moderate-income areas. The commissioner of agriculture may award grants to eligible applicants, including individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and government entities. Grants must be used to procure and distribute food to communities, with preference given to those sourcing 100% of food from Minnesota, at least 70% from farmers with limited land or market access, and providing food at no cost to food deserts. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Minnesota HF2102 appropriates funds for the local food purchasing assistance grant program.

Minnesota HF2102 establishes a grant program to support local food purchasing in low- or moderate-income areas. The commissioner of agriculture may award grants to eligible applicants, including individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and government entities. Grants must be used to procure and distribute food to communities, with preference given to those sourcing 100% of food from Minnesota, at least 70% from farmers with limited land or market access, and providing food at no cost to food deserts. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.