NO TIME TO Waste Act

The NO TIME TO Waste Act establishes an Office of Food Loss and Waste within the Department of Agriculture to coordinate national efforts to reduce food loss and waste. It creates a grant program for states, local governments, and tribal entities to collect data on food waste reduction policies and develop model policies, while requiring federal contractors to report on their food waste reduction efforts. The bill sets a goal to reduce food loss and waste by 50% by 2030 compared to 2016 levels, with annual reports tracking progress to Congress. It also establishes regional coordinators to facilitate food recovery and partnerships between government, food businesses, and nonprofits, and mandates a national education campaign to teach consumers about food preservation, safety, and composting. Funding is authorized for fiscal years 2024-2028 to support these initiatives.