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Maple Syrup Included in Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.

This act expands the Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program to include maple syrup as an eligible product. This means seniors participating in the program will have more choices for healthy, local produce, potentially improving their diet and supporting local maple syrup producers.
Key points
Seniors in the farmers' market nutrition program can now purchase maple syrup.
The program expansion offers more healthy food options for seniors and supports local farmers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_57
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2025-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MAPLE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_57.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Seniors in the farmers' market nutrition program can now purchase maple syrup.
  • The program expansion offers more healthy food options for seniors and supports local farmers.
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 Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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 2025-12-23.

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