HB3323: DEPT OF AG-LOCAL FARM-MOTHER

Legislative Summary

Amends the Department of Human Services Act. In provisions concerning the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, provides that, subject to appropriation, the Department of Human Services shall, by rule, expand the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program across the State through local WIC agency grants and contracting local farmers to ensure access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Requires the Department to determine which counties can participate based on funds available and whether there is a sufficient number of farmers willing to accept WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program benefits. Requires the Department to adopt rules.