The bill proposes the establishment of a "food justice frontline" program within the Department of Transitional Assistance, aimed at addressing food insecurity in overburdened communities in Massachusetts. It introduces new definitions for terms such as "food security job," "nonprofit food security organization," and "overburdened community," which are essential for the program's implementation. The program will provide financial grants, not exceeding $500,000, to nonprofit organizations that create and sustain food security jobs for low- and moderate-income individuals. The bill outlines the application process for these grants, emphasizing the need for detailed proposals that demonstrate how the funds will be used to benefit individuals in overburdened communities.

Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a public awareness program to promote access to food assistance programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Healthy Incentives Program. This initiative will involve hiring Massachusetts residents under 18, particularly from overburdened communities, to help raise awareness in multiple languages. The Department of Transitional Assistance is also authorized to seek federal matching benefits to support the program and is tasked with developing regulations to ensure effective implementation.