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MS HB1367

MS HB1367
MS Farm & Food Security Act of 2026; create.


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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Be Known As The Mississippi Farm And Food Security Act Of 2026; To Amend Sections 37-13-131 Through 37-13-137, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide For The Comprehensive School Health Education Program, To Enhance Nutrition Education And Program Requirements; To Create New Section 43-1-42, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish The Mississippi Farm To Food Bank Program To Support The Procurement And Distribution Of Local Foods By Mississippi Food Banks; To Amend Section 69-1-353, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify Terms And Definitions; To Create New Section 69-1-355, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish The Mississippi Farm, Food, And Nutrition Commission To Better Facilitate The Procurement, Purchase And Use Of Locally Grown And Locally Raised Agricultural Products Throughout The State, To Support The State Economy By Broadening Market Opportunities For Local Farmers And Producers, And To Increase Availability Of Locally Grown Or Raised Fresh Fruits And Vegetables And Agricultural Products; To Amend Section 73-25-14, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Continuing Medical Education Relating To Nutrition And Metabolic Health For Renewal Of Physicians' Licenses; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Mississippi Farm and Food Security Act of 2026, aims to improve nutrition education in schools, support local food systems, and promote healthier lifestyles across the state. Key provisions include enhancing the Comprehensive School Health and Nutrition Education Program by integrating more detailed nutrition education and establishing a new Mississippi Farm to Food Bank Program to help food banks acquire and distribute local foods, thereby supporting Mississippi farmers and producers. The bill also creates the Mississippi Farm, Food, and Nutrition Commission to facilitate the procurement and use of locally grown products, boosting the state's economy and increasing access to fresh produce. Furthermore, it mandates that physicians seeking to renew their licenses must complete continuing medical education on nutrition and metabolic health, and it updates school nutrition standards to include limitations on sugar-sweetened beverages and restrictions on certain artificial food dyes and additives.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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