An Act establishing the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security

This bill establishes a new Executive Office of Food Resources and Security within the Massachusetts state government, headed by a governor-appointed secretary. It creates eight specialized departments (including food production, labor, innovation, and security) to coordinate state efforts related to food systems. The office is tasked with directly supporting food producers, promoting local food economies, developing nutrition programs, reducing production costs, and advancing research - all aimed at strengthening Massachusetts' food self-sufficiency. Key mechanisms include consolidating administrative functions across departments and creating state-wide programs to improve sustainable food production and distribution.