New York A02304 mandates the development of state food guidelines for foods purchased, served, and sold by state agencies and institutions.

New York A02304 requires the Department of Health to create state food guidelines for all foods and beverages purchased, served, and sold by state agencies, programs, and institutions, and on state property. The guidelines will consider recommendations from various authoritative scientific organizations and ensure the use of sustainably and locally grown New York state food products. The guidelines will not apply during emergencies or disasters. The Department of Health must also develop a plan for providing technical and supervisory assistance to state agencies implementing these guidelines.

New York A02304 mandates the development of state food guidelines for foods purchased, served, and sold by state agencies and institutions.

New York A02304 requires the Department of Health to create state food guidelines for all foods and beverages purchased, served, and sold by state agencies, programs, and institutions, and on state property. The guidelines will consider recommendations from various authoritative scientific organizations and ensure the use of sustainably and locally grown New York state food products. The guidelines will not apply during emergencies or disasters. The Department of Health must also develop a plan for providing technical and supervisory assistance to state agencies implementing these guidelines.