SB282 revises food security provisions, establishing the Grocery Initiative to support grocery stores in food deserts and at-risk areas.

SB282 amends Nevada law to enhance food security by establishing the Grocery Initiative. This initiative, administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, provides grants and technical assistance to grocery stores in food deserts and areas at risk of becoming food deserts. The bill defines a food desert as a census tract meeting specific poverty and accessibility criteria. The Council on Food Security is tasked with researching food insecurity and recommending solutions, including community gardens and urban farms.

SB282 revises food security provisions, establishing the Grocery Initiative to support grocery stores in food deserts and at-risk areas.

SB282 amends Nevada law to enhance food security by establishing the Grocery Initiative. This initiative, administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, provides grants and technical assistance to grocery stores in food deserts and areas at risk of becoming food deserts. The bill defines a food desert as a census tract meeting specific poverty and accessibility criteria. The Council on Food Security is tasked with researching food insecurity and recommending solutions, including community gardens and urban farms.