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MS HB1568
Bill
Status
Failed
2/23/2022
Primary Sponsor
Vince Mangold
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AI Summary
- Appropriates $700,000 from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce for fiscal year 2023 (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
- Funds designated for implementation of the Mississippi Healthy Food and Families Program established under HB 555 of the 2022 Regular Session
- Money to be distributed to participating Mississippi farmers markets, produce stands, and food retailers to provide healthy food incentives
- Incentives designed to increase purchasing power of Mississippi residents with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables
- Effective date is July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Appropriation; Department of Agriculture for implementation of Mississippi Healthy Food and Families Program.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2022
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/10/2022
Full Bill Text
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