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Zero Food Waste Act: Grants to Cut Waste by Half

This act establishes a grant program to help communities across the U.S. significantly reduce food waste by 2035. It provides funding for local governments and organizations to study waste, collect data, and implement projects like food donation, composting, and recycling, aiming for a cleaner environment and more efficient use of resources.
Key points
Aims to cut U.S. food waste by 50% by 2035 compared to 2015 levels.
Provides federal grants to states, local governments, and non-profit organizations for food waste reduction efforts.
Supports activities such as studying waste, collecting data, preventing waste, rescuing surplus food, and developing recycling or composting programs.
Prioritizes funding for diverse areas and communities disproportionately affected by environmental issues.
Authorizes $650 million annually from 2026 to 2035 to fund these initiatives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6684
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2025-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Zero Food Waste Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6684.

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 2025-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Aims to cut U.S. food waste by 50% by 2035 compared to 2015 levels.
  • Provides federal grants to states, local governments, and non-profit organizations for food waste reduction efforts.
  • Supports activities such as studying waste, collecting data, preventing waste, rescuing surplus food, and developing recycling or composting programs.
  • Prioritizes funding for diverse areas and communities disproportionately affected by environmental issues.
  • Authorizes $650 million annually from 2026 to 2035 to fund these initiatives.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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