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This bill establishes an advisory committee on state procurement of agricultural products composed of three representatives from the House of Representatives and one senator, appointed by their respective chamber leaders. The committee's primary responsibilities include assessing current practices for purchasing locally produced food, evaluating the economic and environmental impacts of conservation-focused farming, developing recommendations for potential incentive mechanisms, and aligning their findings with state food system planning goals. The committee will elect a chairperson, hold its first meeting within 45 days of the section's effective date, and require a quorum of two members. Starting November 1, 2025, and annually thereafter, the committee must submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations to key state officials, including the speaker of the house, senate president, house and senate clerks, governor, and the chair of the existing advisory committee on state procurement. The bill takes effect immediately upon its passage, providing a structured approach to improving local agricultural procurement and supporting conservation-focused farming practices.

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