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Food is Medicine Program: Supporting Health Through Nutrition

This new bill establishes a pilot program to support initiatives that link food with disease treatment. Citizens suffering from diet-related diseases may gain access to specially prepared meals, nutritional advice, and transportation, aiming to improve their health and reduce healthcare costs. The program seeks to ensure equitable access to healthy food in diverse communities.
Key points
Access to specialized meals and nutritional advice for individuals with diet-related diseases like diabetes or obesity.
Support for local organizations and healthcare providers in delivering healthy food and nutritional education.
Potential for transportation to and from locations where food programs are implemented.
Priority for programs utilizing local produce and employing registered dietitians.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10124
Sponsor: Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]
Process start date: 2024-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish and administer a pilot program to provide grants to support Food is Medicine programs, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10124.

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 2024-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to specialized meals and nutritional advice for individuals with diet-related diseases like diabetes or obesity.
  • Support for local organizations and healthcare providers in delivering healthy food and nutritional education.
  • Potential for transportation to and from locations where food programs are implemented.
  • Priority for programs utilizing local produce and employing registered dietitians.
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. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Health Agriculture