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CT SB00804
Bill
Status
Passed
5/29/2013
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
- Expands the Commissioner of Administrative Services' preference for Connecticut-grown products to include beef, pork, lamb, and farm-raised fish in addition to existing dairy, poultry, eggs, fruits, and vegetables
- Requires preference for Connecticut-grown protein and produce when purchasing or contracting for state agencies if products are comparable in cost to non-Connecticut products
- Requires the Commissioner of Agriculture to include farmers' markets on the Department of Agriculture's website and in promotional materials upon request
- Applies to all state agency purchases of food products and contractual services except where specifically exempted in statute
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Preference For Connecticut Grown Protein In Certain State Contracts And The Inclusion Of Farmers' Markets In Certain Promotional Materials Of The Department Of Agriculture.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
6/5/2013
Committee Referrals
Government Administration and Elections3/4/2013
Environment1/31/2013
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