Establishes a healthy savings pilot program in three cities to reduce food insecurity and health inequity.
The bill establishes a healthy savings pilot program within three cities to reduce food insecurity and health inequity. The program will offer discounts on healthier food choices at grocery stores and supermarkets. It will be accessible to at least one million people across the state, with a companion phone application and website. Discount cards will be issued to program participants, and discounts will apply to at least the healthiest quarter of items in participating stores. The program will be monitored for quality and effectiveness.
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