The MAMDANI Act directs the Federal Trade Commission to study the potential competitive and economic impacts of public grocery stores — businesses owned and operated by government entities rather than private companies. The study, due within 180 days of enactment, will examine how public grocery stores might affect pricing, competition, farmer profits, food banks, consumer choice, and the broader retail grocery sector, while also analyzing whether government-run stores would receive subsidies or other advantages that could distort competition. The FTC must submit a full report to Congress within one year of completing the study and annually thereafter, including recommendations for any legislative or administrative action needed to address concerns identified. The bill affects municipalities considering public grocery store proposals, private grocery retailers, farmers, food banks, and consumers, particularly those in underserved areas known as food deserts. No specific funding amount is provided in the legislation.
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