- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 9
- Latest action
- Apr 3, 2026
What it does
The FOOD for Health Act would direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program awarding competitive grants to eligible entities—such as community-based organizations partnering with healthcare providers—to support Food is Medicine programs that address diet-related diseases through medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, cooking education, and related services. The bill prioritizes grants for programs incorporating local and regional foods or involving registered dietitians, and requires geographic and equitable distribution across urban, rural, tribal, and territorial communities. It authorizes $20 million in appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and…
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