The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256.9752, to enhance senior nutrition programs by broadening the target demographic from "seniors" to "older adults." It introduces new goals for area nutrition programs, including the coordination with health and long-term care systems and emergency preparedness systems to support the health and wellness of older adults. Additionally, a food delivery support account is established to provide grants to nonprofit organizations for the transportation of home-delivered meals and groceries to individuals facing food insecurity due to limited mobility, disability, age, or resources.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the allocation of nutrition support services funds to area agencies on aging, allowing for a variety of services tailored to the needs of older adults. These services include transportation for home-delivered meals, expansion of meal services into underserved areas, SNAP outreach, and the provision of medically tailored meals. The bill emphasizes that grant funds must supplement existing state or federal funding for prepared meals, ensuring that resources are effectively utilized to address food insecurity among older adults in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256.9752