S 3127119th CongressIn Committee

Farm to School Act of 2025

Introduced: Nov 6, 2025

Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT] (D-Vermont)

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

A Senate bill to reauthorize and expand the Farm to School program through 2031 with increased funding and enhanced support for local food procurement.

Key Points

1Reauthorizes Farm to School program through 2031
2Increases annual funding from $5M to $15M
3Expands definition to include all institutions, not just schools
4Adds research and evaluation components
5Enhances support for Tribal communities
6Includes waiver authority for matching requirements

Impact Areas

School nutrition programsLocal agricultureFarmers and producersChildren's nutritionTribal communities

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