IL SR0552

Expresses support for reprogramming United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds allocated to Puerto Rico toward purchasing locally grown food items

Addresses Puerto Rico's current reliance on imports for approximately 85% of its food supply and associated vulnerability to global market fluctuations and supply chain disruptions

Identifies potential benefits including enhanced food sovereignty, economic growth, job creation in agriculture, and reduced carbon emissions from long-distance food transportation

Urges United States Congress to endorse and implement this initiative to foster economic growth, promote sustainability, enhance disaster resilience, and preserve Puerto Rican culinary traditions

Directs delivery of the resolution to the President of the United States and U.S. Congress