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WV SR43
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Rucker
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AI Summary
- Designates February 17, 2026, as Local Food and Farm Day at the Capitol in West Virginia
- Recognizes West Virginia has the highest number of small farms per capita of any state in the nation
- Acknowledges the SNAP Stretch program, launched in late 2018, which provides dollar-for-dollar matching for fruits and vegetables purchased from WV farmers by SNAP/EBT recipients, returning $3.9 million to farmers and rural grocers with $6 million total economic impact
- Honors farmers and food entrepreneurs producing diverse products including beef, pork, poultry, fish, fruits, vegetables, jams, maple syrup, wine, beer, and cider
- Directs the Senate Clerk to forward a copy of the resolution to the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition
Legislative Description
Designating February 17, 2026, as Local Food and Farm Day
Last Action
Completed legislative action
2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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