Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act

The Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act (S 3146) establishes a voluntary certification program for businesses, schools, governments, and food producers to reduce food waste. It requires participants to document annual food donations to nonprofits or disposal methods (like composting) and get certified by third-party reviewers meeting USDA standards. Certified entities receive promotion through USDA website listings and optional "certified" labels, aiming to increase donations to food-insecure communities and alternative waste solutions. The program applies directly to food businesses, restaurants, schools, and government food handlers, with $3 million annually allocated for implementation.