The bill establishes the Vermonters Feeding Vermonters Grant Program within the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets to support the Vermont Foodbank in purchasing local food directly from Vermont farms. This initiative aims to address food insecurity, which has risen in recent years, and to enhance health outcomes by increasing access to produce. The program will also provide subgrants to the Foodbank's network partners to facilitate the purchase of a variety of agricultural products, particularly focusing on culturally preferred foods. The Vermont Foodbank is required to report annually on the program's implementation, detailing the amount of food purchased, the number of farms involved, and distribution sites.

Additionally, the implementation of this grant program is contingent upon the appropriation of funds from the General Fund for fiscal year 2026. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The bill emphasizes the economic benefits of local food purchases, noting that every dollar spent contributes significantly to the local economy, and aims to ensure the continued operation of the Vermonters Feeding Vermonters Program, which has already injected millions into the agricultural sector since its inception.