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50 State Survey: State Laws Addressing Food Donation
Overview
Access to food is an important social determinant of health, necessary to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. More than 40 million people in the U.S. report being food insecure, many of whom are children. Food donation laws can reduce food waste and improve food security. This resource highlights laws promoting food donation in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.