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Support for School and Community Gardens: Healthy Habits and Education

This act aims to support healthy lifestyles for students by allowing federal funds to be used for developing and maintaining school and community gardens. This will provide children with access to nutritional education and physical activities, potentially improving their well-being and health. Citizens can expect more local gardens serving educational and recreational purposes.
Key points
Federal funds can now be used to develop and maintain school and community gardens.
These gardens will support nutritional education and physical activity for students, promoting healthy lifestyles.
The Department of Education will collect information and publish best practices for developing and maintaining these gardens to assist local communities.
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Print number: 118_HR_7796
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11]
Process start date: 2024-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Thriving Community Gardens Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7796.

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 2024-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funds can now be used to develop and maintain school and community gardens.
  • These gardens will support nutritional education and physical activity for students, promoting healthy lifestyles.
  • The Department of Education will collect information and publish best practices for developing and maintaining these gardens to assist local communities.
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. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Education Health Environment