SB233

Create the Ohio Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force

Introduced·7/9/25
Introduced Text

Establishes the Ohio Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force to recommend policies for expanding local and organic food systems.

The bill creates the Ohio Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force, composed of representatives from various sectors including agriculture, commerce, health, and community-based organizations. The task force will develop a plan with policy and funding recommendations to expand and support local and organic food systems. The plan will address obstacles, land preservation, farmer training, financial incentives, and support for new food businesses and markets. The task force will submit its report to the General Assembly within two years and will cease to exist upon submission.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 28, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources 1st Hearing, Sponsor

Dec 18, 2024

10:30 AM

House Transportation Kunze, 1st Hearing PV

History

Oct 1, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Agriculture and Natural Resources

Jul 9, 2025

Senate

Introduced