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H.R. 2236

Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act

Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to establish a demonstration project that allows tribal entities (e.g., Indian tribes) to enter into self-determination contracts to purchase agricultural commodities under the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). The CSFP distributes monthly food packages to low-income older individuals through local organizations (including tribal organizations).

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2](D-NM)Sponsor
Healthy Foods for Native Seniors Act — Informed