IL HB3089

Amends the Local Food, Farms, and Jobs Act to establish a goal that 20% of food purchased by State agencies and State-owned facilities be local farm fresh produce or food products by 2020.

Adds definition of "socially disadvantaged farmers" as Illinois farmers who have experienced racial or ethnic prejudice or disadvantage, including certified minority-owned businesses under the Business Enterprise Program.

Creates new Section 13 establishing an aspirational goal that at least 10% of food purchases by State agencies and State-funded entities be local farm fresh produce from socially disadvantaged farmers, with preference given to qualified socially disadvantaged farmer bidders if costs are not more than 10% higher.

Expands responsibilities of the Local Food, Farms, and Jobs Council to include assisting socially disadvantaged farmers, bolstering access to healthy foods in food deserts, and supporting infrastructure development for local food production and distribution.

Authorizes State agencies to request information from bidders to determine if they will fulfill contracts using local farm fresh produce or food products.