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Mandatory Funding Reauthorization for Healthy Food Access Program.

This bill secures mandatory and increasing federal funding for the Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI), which supports the creation of healthy food outlets in underserved areas. This program helps residents in 'food deserts' gain better access to fresh and affordable produce. Funding is set to increase from $25 million in 2024 to $50 million annually starting in 2028.
Key points
The program supporting access to healthy food receives guaranteed, mandatory funding from federal resources.
Funding will increase incrementally, starting at $25 million in fiscal year 2024 and reaching $50 million annually from 2028 onwards.
Stable resources are intended to help establish new grocery stores and other sources of healthy food in communities lacking adequate access.
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Print number: 118_S_760
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-03-09