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LA HR205
Resolution
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jack McFarland
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AI Summary
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Commends Louisiana farmers for providing healthy food options, sustaining local economies, and promoting agricultural resilience despite market fluctuations and federal funding cuts
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Notes that USDA halted over $1 billion in federal funding in early 2025 for programs helping schools and food banks purchase food from local farmers, including the Local Food for Schools (LFS) and Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) programs
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Louisiana will lose approximately $6.38 million in funding for food banks and $11.7 million for schools and childcare centers due to these cancellations
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The LFPA partnership between Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and food banks was expected to impact 200,000 people and facilitate purchase of 4.5 million pounds of local food over three years
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Directs a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the executive director of Farmers First of Louisiana
Legislative Description
Commends and expresses support for Louisiana farmers for their work in providing healthy food options, sustaining local economies, and promoting agricultural resilience through their dedication and innovation
FARMING/FARMERS
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
5/28/2025