Fresh Bucks for Produce Pilot | Panama City Beach News

A new bill could send $60 a month to eligible families for fresh produce—thanks to the “Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce” Act. Designed to fight food insecurity, it offers grants to states to load funds onto EBT cards for fruits and veggies. Qualifying households earn 80% or less of their area’s median income, with thresholds varying from Bismarck to San Francisco. Even those not currently on SNAP may qualify if their state joins. Inspired by Seattle’s successful pilot, Rep. Pramila Jayapal champions this as a vital step amid cuts to existing programs. Currently in the House Agriculture Committee, the bill needs committee approval, full House passage, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law—aiming to make healthy food affordable nationwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aaaf7e3eff80c2c4