The proposed Bill No. 5852 aims to enhance the local food for schools incentive program by amending section 10-215m of the general statutes. Key provisions include the introduction of administrative support for the program, the ability to enter into contracts for implementation support such as technical assistance and training, and the inclusion of early childhood care and education programs in the initiative. Additionally, the bill seeks to make technical revisions to the existing law.

Furthermore, the bill proposes to appropriate funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, specifically allocating resources to the Department of Agriculture for the CT Grown for CT Kids Grant Program and to the Department of Education for the administration of the local food for schools incentive program. The overall purpose of the bill is to clarify agency roles and ensure adequate funding for these programs.