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Healthier School Meals: More Local Fruits and Vegetables

This act expands the program providing fresh, unprocessed fruits and vegetables to schools, ensuring children have access to healthier meals. It increases the number of participating states and funding for the program, potentially leading to better quality food in school cafeterias and support for local farmers.
Key points
More fresh fruits and vegetables in school meals for children.
The program will expand to more states, increasing access to healthy food.
Support for small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers.
Secured $25 million annually for the program from 2022 to 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3230
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3230.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More fresh fruits and vegetables in school meals for children.
  • The program will expand to more states, increasing access to healthy food.
  • Support for small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers.
  • Secured $25 million annually for the program from 2022 to 2026.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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