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Better food access for Native American seniors: Tribal purchasing pilot program.

This Act establishes a demonstration project allowing Tribal entities to directly purchase domestic agricultural commodities under the federal Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). The goal is to ensure that elderly members of Indian Tribes receive food of similar or higher nutritional value, including culturally significant items. Citizens, particularly seniors on reservations, can expect greater Tribal control over food supplies and potentially better-suited products for their dietary needs.
Key points
Tribal entities gain purchasing power: Tribal organizations can enter into contracts to directly purchase domestic agricultural commodities for the senior food program (CSFP).
Focus on nutrition and culture: Purchased food must maintain similar or higher nutritional value and can include commodities with Tribal significance.
Funding authorized: $5 million is authorized to carry out the demonstration project, ensuring its establishment and administration.
Domestic sourcing requirement: All agricultural commodities purchased under this project must be domestically produced.
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Print number: 119_HR_2236
Sponsor: Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2]
Process start date: 2025-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2236.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tribal entities gain purchasing power: Tribal organizations can enter into contracts to directly purchase domestic agricultural commodities for the senior food program (CSFP).
  • Focus on nutrition and culture: Purchased food must maintain similar or higher nutritional value and can include commodities with Tribal significance.
  • Funding authorized: $5 million is authorized to carry out the demonstration project, ensuring its establishment and administration.
  • Domestic sourcing requirement: All agricultural commodities purchased under this project must be domestically produced.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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