Bill > HJR0027

This resolution establishes the Illinois Good Food Purchasing Policy Task Force to study and improve food procurement practices across state agencies and facilities. The task force, consisting of 25 members appointed by the Lieutenant Governor and including representatives from various state departments, advocacy organizations, and procurement offices, will conduct a comprehensive survey of state food purchasing to understand current practices, spending, and potential barriers to implementing the Good Food Purchasing Program (GFPP). GFPP is a framework developed in 2012 that defines "Good Food" as healthy, affordable, locally sourced, and sustainably produced food that prioritizes nutrition, fair worker treatment, and environmental stewardship. The task force will analyze survey results and recommend one to three state agencies or facilities to pilot GFPP implementation, with the goal of creating a more equitable, sustainable, and health-conscious food system. The Department of Agriculture will provide administrative support, and the task force is required to submit a final report to the Governor and General Assembly by December 31, 2026, after which it will be dissolved.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=27&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HJR&SessionID=114&GA=104