An Act establishing the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security

This bill creates a new Executive Office of Food Resources and Security within Massachusetts state government. It directly affects food producers (farmers and commercial fishers) by establishing dedicated departments to support sustainable food production, local economic development, and food security. Key provisions include organizing 8 specialized departments (like Food Production, Food Innovation, and Food Security) under a single office led by a governor-appointed secretary, and mandating the office to foster food producer growth, promote local food markets, develop nutrition programs, and advance research. The office will also manage financing for food producers, coordinate with local governments, and represent Massachusetts in federal food-related programs. The goal is to strengthen the state's ability to feed its population through locally produced food.