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Creates a demonstration project that lets Tribal entities run their own purchasing of foods for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) using self‑determination contracts. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) must consult with Tribes, set selection criteria, and require procurement standards for what is bought.
USDA must report each year after funding begins. Administration is assigned to an existing USDA office, and limited staffing funds are authorized for fiscal years 2026–2029 to manage these contracts. The goal is to give Tribal entities more control over how CSFP foods are obtained while keeping basic purchasing safeguards in place.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Introduced March 18, 2025 by Gabriel Vasquez · Last progress March 18, 2025