The bill establishes a Local Food Purchasing Assistance Grant Program in Minnesota, allowing the commissioner to award grants to eligible applicants for the procurement and distribution of food to communities. The bill specifies that preference will be given to applicants who source 100% of their food from Minnesota, at least 70% from farmers with limited land or market access, and distribute food at no cost to communities in food deserts or low- to moderate-income areas with specific subpopulations. Eligible applicants include individuals, nonprofit organizations, for-profit businesses, Tribal governments, government entities, agricultural cooperatives, economic development organizations, and educational institutions.

Additionally, the bill appropriates funds from the general fund for the program, specifying amounts for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This financial support aims to enhance local food systems and improve access to nutritious food in underserved communities across the state.