New York bill S06493 establishes a grant program for emergency food providers to buy meals from local restaurants for families in need.

Bill S06493, introduced in New York, mandates the commissioner of agriculture and markets, in collaboration with the office of temporary and disability assistance, to create a grant program. This program will fund emergency food providers to purchase prepared meals from New York restaurants and deliver them to families in need. The commissioner will set criteria for restaurant participation, including health inspections and licensing compliance. The meals must align with USDA MyPlate standards, and restaurants are encouraged to use New York ingredients.

New York bill S06493 establishes a grant program for emergency food providers to buy meals from local restaurants for families in need.

Bill S06493, introduced in New York, mandates the commissioner of agriculture and markets, in collaboration with the office of temporary and disability assistance, to create a grant program. This program will fund emergency food providers to purchase prepared meals from New York restaurants and deliver them to families in need. The commissioner will set criteria for restaurant participation, including health inspections and licensing compliance. The meals must align with USDA MyPlate standards, and restaurants are encouraged to use New York ingredients.