CT HB05734

Establishes the Connecticut Farmers' Market/Senior Nutrition Program to distribute vouchers for fresh Connecticut-grown produce at designated farmers' markets to qualifying seniors.

Defines eligible "senior participants" as persons age 60 or older who reside in elderly housing, participate in congregate meal sites, or are identified by a municipal elderly agent as nutritionally at-risk.

Sets minimum voucher value at $21, with the specific dollar amount to be determined by the Commissioner of Agriculture.

Designed to provide supplemental fresh produce for seniors at nutritional risk while increasing demand for Connecticut-grown produce at farmers' markets.

Effective July 1, 2015, with the Commissioner of Agriculture responsible for administering the program and maintaining operational conditions.