An act relating to State purchasing of local food

This bill requires Vermont state institutions and universities to prioritize purchasing Vermont-grown food when prices are comparable to non-local options. Specifically, state agencies must buy local food unless it costs more than 10% than non-Vermont agricultural products. It applies to all state agencies, universities, and colleges purchasing food, defining "local" as food grown or produced within Vermont. The policy aims to support Vermont farms and strengthen local food systems through concrete procurement rules.