Washington HB2313 authorizes cities to establish publicly owned grocery stores in underserved areas.

Washington HB2313 allows cities to create publicly owned grocery stores in areas lacking food access. These stores can be operated by city employees, third parties, or cooperatively with a nonprofit entity. Cities can use tax increment financing to fund these stores and related infrastructure improvements. Annual reports on financial status, community food access, and job creation are required. The bill also outlines procedures for land acquisition, construction, and leasing to private or nonprofit operators.

Washington HB2313 authorizes cities to establish publicly owned grocery stores in underserved areas.

Washington HB2313 allows cities to create publicly owned grocery stores in areas lacking food access. These stores can be operated by city employees, third parties, or cooperatively with a nonprofit entity. Cities can use tax increment financing to fund these stores and related infrastructure improvements. Annual reports on financial status, community food access, and job creation are required. The bill also outlines procedures for land acquisition, construction, and leasing to private or nonprofit operators.