SB217

Providing for initiative to finance production of fresh food.

Introduced·2/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB217 establishes the Fresh Food Financing Initiative to fund fresh food production and access.

Pennsylvania SB217 amends Title 3 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create the Fresh Food Financing Initiative. The program aims to finance the production and access to fresh food by awarding grants to eligible entities. Eligible entities include grocery stores, regional anchor supermarkets, and food access organizations serving underserved communities. The grants can be used for expanding access to Pennsylvania-grown produce, innovative food access technology, and other food-related capital projects.

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Current
Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs