Washington HB2238 aims to develop a statewide food security strategy to end hunger and improve food access.

Washington HB2238 mandates the development of a statewide food security strategy to end hunger, reduce diet-related health disparities, and increase agricultural viability and supply chain resilience. The Department of Agriculture must collaborate with various state, local, and federal agencies, tribes, and experts to create this strategy. The strategy must define food security, develop metrics to monitor food system performance, and address gaps in food access. The Department of Agriculture must submit the strategy to the legislature by December 1, 2027. This section expires July 1, 2028.

Washington HB2238 aims to develop a statewide food security strategy to end hunger and improve food access.

Washington HB2238 mandates the development of a statewide food security strategy to end hunger, reduce diet-related health disparities, and increase agricultural viability and supply chain resilience. The Department of Agriculture must collaborate with various state, local, and federal agencies, tribes, and experts to create this strategy. The strategy must define food security, develop metrics to monitor food system performance, and address gaps in food access. The Department of Agriculture must submit the strategy to the legislature by December 1, 2027. This section expires July 1, 2028.