Resolve promoting equity in agriculture

This bill establishes a special legislative commission to study ways to promote equity in Massachusetts agriculture for socially disadvantaged groups, including African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. The commission will be composed of representatives from various agricultural organizations, community caucuses, and state agencies to ensure diverse perspectives are included in the process. Its primary task is to investigate barriers to resources and develop recommendations for improving data collection, grant transparency, land access, and technical assistance programs. The commission is required to hold public hearings in both rural and urban areas and submit a final report with an implementation plan within 18 months.