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CT SB00560
Bill
Status
1/25/2019
Primary Sponsor
Aging Committee
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Connecticut Farmers' Market/Senior Nutrition Program to distribute vouchers redeemable for Connecticut-grown fresh produce at designated farmers' markets
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Sets minimum voucher book value at $50 per senior participant, with the Commissioner of Agriculture authorized to establish the actual dollar value
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Defines "senior participant" as persons age 60 or older who reside in elderly housing, participate in registered congregate meal sites, or are identified by municipal agents for elderly persons as nutritionally at-risk
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Designed to provide supplemental fresh produce for seniors at nutritional risk and increase demand for Connecticut-grown produce at farmers' markets
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Effective July 1, 2019
Legislative Description
An Act Increasing The Value Of Farmers' Market Voucher Books For Senior Citizens.
Last Action
Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate
5/15/2019