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Farm to School Act: Boosting Local Food for Children's Meals.

This act expands and strengthens the Farm to School program, aiming to bring more local food to educational institutions. This means children will have access to healthier meals, and local farmers will find new markets for their produce. Increased funding and new rules will make it easier for schools and other institutions to partner with food producers.
Key points
Increases annual funding for the Farm to School program from $5 million to $15 million, providing more resources for local food in schools.
Broadens the program's definition to include planting gardens, purchasing from local producers, and agricultural and nutrition education.
Facilitates access for institutions, including schools, colleges, and non-profit organizations, to procure local food and utilize grants.
Supports Tribal communities by allowing federal funds to meet program matching requirements and prioritizing projects using traditional foods.
Sets a grant cap of $500,000 per project and a maximum project term of 3 years to ensure more efficient use of funds.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1328
Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Farm to School Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1328.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases annual funding for the Farm to School program from $5 million to $15 million, providing more resources for local food in schools.
  • Broadens the program's definition to include planting gardens, purchasing from local producers, and agricultural and nutrition education.
  • Facilitates access for institutions, including schools, colleges, and non-profit organizations, to procure local food and utilize grants.
  • Supports Tribal communities by allowing federal funds to meet program matching requirements and prioritizing projects using traditional foods.
  • Sets a grant cap of $500,000 per project and a maximum project term of 3 years to ensure more efficient use of funds.
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 Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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