This bill permits retail sellers and distributors to voluntarily donate expired food or food waste to farmers for use as animal feed, contingent upon the farmer signing a liability waiver. The waiver must confirm that the farmer understands the potential risks associated with consuming expired food or food waste, releases the retail seller or distributor from liability, and waives any rights to legal action related to the donation.
Additionally, the bill tasks the Department of Agriculture's Farm Liaison with collaborating with farmers and retail sellers to establish networks for processing and receiving these donations, as well as coordinating communication regarding available expired food or food waste. The bill aims to facilitate the donation process while ensuring that liability concerns are addressed through the required waiver.