A bill to amend the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 to allow for commodities under the emergency food assistance program to be ordered through the Department of Defense Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
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Latest Action · June 18, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
The Fresh Produce for Families Act of 2026 modifies how states can obtain fresh produce for low-income families through the federal emergency food assistance program. Under the bill, states would have the option to use up to 20 percent of their emergency food assistance funding to purchase fruits and vegetables through the Department of Defense Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, which typically supplies military installations. This change allows states to access produce that may be fresher or more cost-effective than commodities normally available through the standard emergency food program. The bill affects states participating in the Emergency Food Assistance Program and the families who rely on this federal aid for nutritious food. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are specified in the legislation.
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