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"Food is Medicine" Pilot Program: Grants for Medically Tailored Meals and Nutrition.

This bill establishes a new federal pilot grant program managed by the Department of Agriculture to support local "Food is Medicine" initiatives. These programs provide specialized food, medically tailored meals, and nutrition education to individuals suffering from diet-related diseases (such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease). The goal is to improve patient health outcomes and potentially reduce healthcare system costs.
Key points
Creates a $20 million grant program (FY 2025-2029) to fund medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and emergency food operations.
Funds can be used for cooking skills classes, dietary intervention strategies, and transportation for program participants.
Priority is given to programs that use local foods and involve registered dieticians, ensuring equitable access across diverse communities.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5632
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2024-12-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FOOD for Health Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5632.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a $20 million grant program (FY 2025-2029) to fund medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and emergency food operations.
  • Funds can be used for cooking skills classes, dietary intervention strategies, and transportation for program participants.
  • Priority is given to programs that use local foods and involve registered dieticians, ensuring equitable access across diverse 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 Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

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 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Agriculture