States would get $1 billion to buy local food for families in need through food banks.
This bill would let states use federal money to buy fresh food like fruits, vegetables, and meats directly from local farmers and small businesses. This food would then go to food banks and other groups to help families struggling with hunger. It aims to get more nutritious and culturally relevant food to people while supporting local farms.
Today, federal food aid primarily uses donated farm products or those bought by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This bill would change the rules to let state agencies use federal funds to buy food directly from local farms and small businesses. This new option would add more choices for food banks and help support local economies.
HR 6697 · 119th Congress · December 12, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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