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Expanding Local, Fresh Produce in School Meals Program.

This Act converts a pilot project into a permanent program aimed at increasing the availability of fresh, domestically grown, unprocessed fruits and vegetables in school meals. The goal is to enhance children's nutrition while providing economic support to small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers. The program is funded with $15 million annually from 2024 through 2028.
Key points
Healthier School Meals: The program expands from 8 to 14 participating states, ensuring more children receive meals containing fresh, locally sourced produce.
Support for Local Agriculture: States are prioritized based on their commitment to purchasing from small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers, including Tribal producers.
Dedicated Funding: $15 million is appropriated annually (FY 2024-2028) to cover procurement, administrative costs, and technical assistance for participating states.
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Print number: 118_S_2320
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2023-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2320.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Healthier School Meals: The program expands from 8 to 14 participating states, ensuring more children receive meals containing fresh, locally sourced produce.
  • Support for Local Agriculture: States are prioritized based on their commitment to purchasing from small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers, including Tribal producers.
  • Dedicated Funding: $15 million is appropriated annually (FY 2024-2028) to cover procurement, administrative costs, and technical assistance for participating states.
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. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

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 2025-12-26.

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Education Agriculture Health