Bill > HR1538

This bill establishes a pilot grant program to improve food delivery for low-income elderly people in rural areas through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), a federal program that provides food assistance to seniors. The bill allows the Secretary of Agriculture to award competitive grants to state agencies, with each grant capped at either $4 million or the state's CSFP caseload multiplied by 60, whichever is less. Grant funds can be used by local agencies or subdistributing agencies to cover costs associated with home delivery of food commodities, including transportation, staffing, and participant outreach. State agencies receiving grants must prioritize serving rural participants and submit annual reports detailing delivery activities, effectiveness, and best practices. The bill specifically prioritizes improving food access for elderly individuals in rural areas who may have difficulty obtaining groceries. Funding of $10 million per year is authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to support the pilot program, with the goal of evaluating and potentially expanding home delivery services for senior food assistance.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1538/all-info