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NY S04162

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/18/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jamaal Bailey

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands New York's FreshConnect program to include local produce sold in supermarkets and grocery stores, in addition to existing outlets

  • Provides $2 rebates for every $2 of local produce purchased, to be used toward future local produce purchases

  • Defines "local produce" as products grown entirely in New York State by producers displaying the Pride of New York symbol

  • Excludes wholesalers, distributors, and various food service establishments (restaurants, hotels, hospitals, gas stations, etc.) from the program

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for regulatory implementation

Legislative Description

Expands the FreshConnect program, which provides rebates for the purchase of local produce to certain people, to include local produce sold in supermarkets and grocery stores.

Last Action

ADVANCED TO THIRD READING

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/29/2026
Agriculture1/7/2026
Agriculture3/18/2025
Agriculture2/3/2025

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