Food Farmacy Act of 2025
Summary
The Food Farmacy Act of 2025 aims to improve health outcomes by providing grants to establish and operate healthy food pharmacies. These pharmacies will offer nutritious foods and nutritional guidance, prioritizing low-income, rural, and food-insecure communities. The Act authorizes $10 million per year from 2026 to 2030 for these grants.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the Food Farmacy Act will increase access to healthy foods and nutritional guidance for vulnerable populations. This could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs in the long term. The Act also promotes collaboration between healthcare providers and organizations addressing food insecurity.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to nutritious foods for low-income and food-insecure communities.
- Improved health outcomes through nutritional guidance and healthy food options.
- Support for local food systems and agricultural viability.
- Potential reduction in healthcare costs associated with diet-related diseases.
- Strengthened community partnerships between healthcare providers and food assistance organizations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for inefficient use of grant funds if not properly managed.
- Administrative burden on the Department of Health and Human Services to oversee the grant program.
- Risk of creating dependency on food pharmacies rather than addressing underlying causes of food insecurity.
- Limited funding may not be sufficient to address the widespread need for healthy food access.
- Potential for fraud or abuse in the distribution of food and resources.
Constitutional Alignment
The Food Farmacy Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). It promotes the health and well-being of citizens, particularly those in vulnerable communities. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).