Bill > S2223

This bill establishes the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security, a comprehensive state agency designed to support and enhance food production in Massachusetts. The new executive office will be led by a secretary appointed by the governor and will encompass eight distinct departments: food production, food labor and workforce development, food innovation and research, investment and financing, food security and labeling, economic development for locally-produced food, nutrition and food health, and self-sufficiency for food production. Each department will be headed by a commissioner focused on specific aspects of food production, such as workforce development, research, financial support, marketing, and nutrition. The office's broad mandate includes fostering sustainable food production, promoting job creation, developing nutrition programs, supporting local food producers, encouraging research, reducing production costs, improving food security, and ultimately working towards making Massachusetts more self-sufficient in food production. The bill provides detailed provisions for the structure, responsibilities, and administrative functions of this new executive office, emphasizing collaboration, efficiency, and comprehensive support for the state's food production ecosystem. The goal is to create a robust, innovative, and supportive environment for food producers while ensuring food security and promoting healthy eating habits for Massachusetts residents.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2223