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NY S01471
Bill
Status
1/9/2017
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Ritchie
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AI Summary
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Directs the commissioner of the department of agriculture and markets to study the Vermont Food Education Every Day program and its parent organizations, Shelburne Farms and the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont
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Requires the study to focus on program models, philosophies, curriculum integration approach, and staff training programs used by the Vermont Food Education Every Day program
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Mandates the commissioner deliver a report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to the governor and legislature within one year of the act's effective date
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Report must describe how a similar farm-to-school program could be implemented in New York with comparable resources and approach
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Authorizes the commissioner of the department of agriculture and markets to conduct a study on Vermont's VT-FEED program and make recommendations on how a similar program may be implemented in New York.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
1/3/2018