This bill creates a three-year pilot program to help low-income elderly people access food assistance more easily by delivering commodities directly to their homes. The U.S. Department of Agriculture would award competitive grants to states (capped at $4 million per state or $60 per participant, whichever is less) to distribute funds to local food agencies for operating home delivery projects. These grants would cover delivery costs, staffing, and outreach efforts, with priority given to rural areas where transportation to distribution centers is often difficult. States would be required to submit annual reports evaluating the effectiveness of their programs and sharing best practices. The bill authorizes $10 million in federal funding for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2029 to support these home delivery initiatives.
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