The bill establishes the Farm to School Local Food Procurement Reimbursement Grant Program, aimed at reimbursing eligible school districts for costs associated with sourcing and procuring local foods for students. Administered by the Secretary of Agriculture, the program has a budget of $6,500,000, with $5,500,000 designated for grant awards and $1,000,000 for administrative costs. School districts that provide subsidized meals can apply for grants based on their size and the number of participating students, with funding amounts ranging from a minimum of $10,000 for small districts to a maximum of $250,000 for large districts. The bill outlines specific requirements for grant applications, including documentation of existing food procurement plans and intended use of funds.

The funding structure mandates that at least 80% of the grant funds be allocated for reimbursing eligible costs related to local food procurement, while up to 20% can be used for equipment and staff training. The bill also stipulates that grant funds cannot be used for ineligible costs or for expenses already covered by other funding sources. School districts are required to submit monthly invoices for disbursements, and any unclaimed funds at the end of the disbursement period will be reclaimed for future grants. Additionally, the bill prioritizes funding for districts located in food desert areas or those with a high percentage of subsidized students, emphasizing the importance of increasing access to local foods for these populations.