FOOD for Health Act Fueling Optimal Outcomes through Diet for...
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish and administer a pilot program to provide grants to support Food is Medicine programs, and for other purposes.
HB7906, also known as the FOOD for Health Act, aims to establish a pilot program through the Department of Agriculture. This program will provide grants to support initiatives that use food as medicine to improve health outcomes. The bill was introduced on March 12, 2026, and was referred to the Committee on Agriculture and the Committee on Energy and Commerce for further review.
The bill seeks to affect communities by enhancing access to nutrition-focused health programs. This could lead to better health outcomes for those who might benefit from medical nutrition therapy. It is particularly targeted towards populations that may not have easy access to healthy food options.
HB7906 is currently in its introductory phase. It has been referred to relevant committees for further consideration and possible amendments. This means that the bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process, and much work remains before it could be enacted into law.
