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Easier Food Donation: Less Waste, More Help

This act makes it easier for businesses and institutions to donate surplus food to those in need, even if a small handling fee is charged. It increases legal protection for donors, potentially leading to more food availability for vulnerable individuals. Citizens may see more initiatives supporting the fight against food waste.
Key points
Businesses and institutions can now charge a small fee for handling donated food while still being protected from legal liability.
The list of entities that can directly donate food to needy individuals without fear of lawsuits has been expanded.
New rules for the quality and labeling of donated food have been introduced to ensure safety and clarity for all parties.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6251
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Food Donation Improvement Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6251.

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 2021-12-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Businesses and institutions can now charge a small fee for handling donated food while still being protected from legal liability.
  • The list of entities that can directly donate food to needy individuals without fear of lawsuits has been expanded.
  • New rules for the quality and labeling of donated food have been introduced to ensure safety and clarity for all parties.
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. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

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 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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