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SB1404 - 104th General Assembly
ACCESS TO NUTRITION PROGRAM
Last Action
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
20 ILCS 205/205-360 new
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Department of Agriculture Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that the Department of Agriculture shall conduct an access to nutritious food program to establish and operate projects and strategies within food deserts that focus on: (1) distribution of fresh and nutritious food; and (2) education in food preparation and nutrition. Provides that the Department shall promote the sharing of information concerning best practices and programs, including specified projects, that have proven to be effective in improving distribution of fresh and nutritious food and education in food preparation and nutrition. Provides that the Department shall convene an annual meeting of nonprofit organizations and other interested parties to share best practices and information on programs, including specified projects, that have proven to be effective in improving distribution of fresh and nutritious food and education in food preparation and nutrition. Defines "food desert" and "program".
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2025 | Senate | Filed with Secretary by Sen. Dale Fowler |
| 1/31/2025 | Senate | First Reading |
| 1/31/2025 | Senate | Referred to Assignments |
| 2/11/2025 | Senate | Assigned to Agriculture |
| 3/21/2025 | Senate | Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments |