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More Fresh Fruits and Vegetables in Schools: Support for Local Farmers

This act expands a program to provide fresh, unprocessed fruits and vegetables to schools, aiming for healthier meals for children. It increases the number of participating states and secures funding, potentially leading to better food quality in school cafeterias and support for local farms.
Key points
Expansion of healthy meal program: More schools will be able to offer fresh, domestically grown fruits and vegetables to children.
Support for local farmers: The program prioritizes small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers, including Tribal agricultural producers.
Increased funding: $25 million annually from 2026-2030 is allocated for the program, covering administrative costs and technical assistance.
Impact evaluation: The program will be monitored for its effects on meal quality, agricultural economy, and participation barriers.
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Print number: 119_HR_5234
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Process start date: 2025-09-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5234.

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 2025-09-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expansion of healthy meal program: More schools will be able to offer fresh, domestically grown fruits and vegetables to children.
  • Support for local farmers: The program prioritizes small, local, and socially disadvantaged farmers, including Tribal agricultural producers.
  • Increased funding: $25 million annually from 2026-2030 is allocated for the program, covering administrative costs and technical assistance.
  • Impact evaluation: The program will be monitored for its effects on meal quality, agricultural economy, and participation barriers.
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. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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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