What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 2578.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s2578/BILLS-118s2578is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 2578

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States gain flexibility to directly purchase emergency food aid commodities.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Selected states can now receive cash funds instead of federally procured food items for assistance programs. States gain greater control over the sourcing and purchasing of commodities for emergency food assistance programs.

This bill changes how federal emergency food aid is managed, allowing certain states to opt to receive cash funds instead of federally purchased food commodities. This gives states the power to buy food directly from the commercial market. The goal is to streamline supplies for food assistance programs, potentially benefiting recipients.

Key points

Selected states can now receive cash funds instead of federally procured food items for assistance programs.

States gain greater control over the sourcing and purchasing of commodities for emergency food assistance programs.

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Additional Information

A bill to amend the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 to allow certain States to directly purchase commodities, and for other purposes.

Print number: S 2578

Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]

Process start date: 2023-07-27

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States gain flexibility to directly purchase emergency food aid commodities.

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