This bill mandates the establishment of a food rescue hotline by the Food Security Advocate within their office. The hotline is intended to receive and respond to requests from individuals or organizations wishing to donate large quantities of food. It will facilitate the connection between these donors and appropriate food banks or community resources to ensure the donated food reaches suitable locations.
Additionally, the bill requires the Food Security Advocate to conduct a public awareness campaign utilizing various media platforms, including television, radio, print, the Internet, and social media, to promote the hotline's availability and purpose. This initiative aims to enhance food donation efforts and improve food security within the community. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.