The Food Policy Council has compiled this list of resources available during the 2025 shutdown, including resources that are always available as well as those only available now. Although this list focuses on food resources, the DC government has created a broader list of resources for those affected by the Federal government cuts and the … More 2025 Federal Government Shutdown Resources
DC is home to over 50 farmers markets and many of them have opened for the season. Shopping at a farmers market is one of the most delicious ways to support our local food system. DC Health has created an interactive map to help you find your closest farmers market. The map shows market locations … More Farmers Market Season is here! Find a market near you.
Update: Bill 26-108 the Universal School Meals Amendment Act of 2025 was introduced on January 31, 2025, after introduction of a similar act and public hearings in 2023. Another public hearing has not yet been scheduled. Background: Universal Free School Meals is a policy that can be passed at the federal or state level to … More Universal Free School Meals in DC
UPDATE: The deadline to submit a written/voicemail testimony has been extended to September 15, 2023 to ensure that residents of the DC Jail have be the opportunity to share their comments. You can submit a written testimony via email at judiciary@dccouncil.gov or leave voicemail testimony by calling (202) 630-7585. The DC Council’s Committee on the … More Action Alert! FRESH STARTS ACT of 2023: Community Advocacy Guide
Shopping at a farmers market is one of the most delicious ways to support our local food system! Our DC farmers market map is updated for the 2023 season, including:*Locations*Times and Days of Operation*Public Transportation Options*Public Benefits Accepted View the map HERE.
Healthy Parks Amendment Act of 2018: Community Action Guide Prepared by the DC Food Policy Council’s Working Group on Food Equity, Access, and Health & Nutrition Education Introduction With 1 in 7 households and 26% of families with children facing some form of food hardship or insecurity, expanding and building on the federal … More ACTION ALERT: Healthy Parks Amendment Act of 2018!
Healthy Schools Act Amendment 2017: Community Action Guide Prepared by the DC Food Policy Council’s Working Groups on Food Equity, Access, and Health & Nutrition Education & Sustainable Food Procurement What does this bill do? The Healthy Schools Act Amendment 2017 proposed three areas to amend the current Healthy Schools Act that will help improve … More ACTION ALERT: Healthy Students Amendment Act of 2017!
East End Grocery and Retail Incentive Program Tax Abatement Act: Community Action Guide Prepared by the DC Food Policy Council’s Working Group on Equity, Access, Health, and Nutrition Education What does this bill do? The East End Health Care Desert, Retail Desert, and Food Desert Elimination Act is a three part bill designed to bring […]
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East End Grocery and Retail Incentive Program Tax Abatement Act: Community Action Guide Prepared by the DC Food Policy Council’s Working Group on Equity, Access, Health, and Nutrition Education What does this bill do? The East End Health Care Desert, Retail Desert, and Food Desert Elimination Act is a three part bill designed to bring … More ACTION ALERT: East of the River Grocery Access Legislation
