What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 4731.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-23.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s4731/BILLS-118s4731is.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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 4731

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Expanding Senior Health Services: Food-Based Interventions and Produce Prescriptions.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Mandating screening for eligibility for federal and community-based "food is medicine" programs for older adults. Introducing innovative food-based interventions, such as medically tailored meals and produce prescriptions, into senior nutrition services. Requiring health promotion and education services to include referrals to these specialized nutritional intervention programs.

This bill amends the Older Americans Act to integrate nutrition directly into disease prevention services for seniors. It ensures older adults can be screened for and referred to "food is medicine" programs, including those providing medically tailored meals or prescriptions for fresh produce. The goal is to use better nutrition as a key tool for improving health outcomes and quality of life for older Americans.

Key points

Mandating screening for eligibility for federal and community-based "food is medicine" programs for older adults.

Introducing innovative food-based interventions, such as medically tailored meals and produce prescriptions, into senior nutrition services.

Requiring health promotion and education services to include referrals to these specialized nutritional intervention programs.

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Additional Information

DINE Act

Print number: S 4731

Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]

Process start date: 2024-07-23

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Expanding Senior Health Services: Food-Based Interventions and Produce Prescriptions.

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