FOOD for Health Act of 2024

The FOOD for Health Act of 2024 establishes a federal pilot program to fund "Food is Medicine" initiatives that provide medically tailored food and nutrition services to individuals with diet-related health conditions, such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. It authorizes $20 million in grants for community organizations and health care providers to support activities like delivering tailored meals, offering nutrition education, and providing produce prescriptions. The program requires grant recipients to prioritize projects using local foods or including registered dietitians, while ensuring equitable access across urban, rural, tribal, and territorial communities. The Secretary of Agriculture must report to Congress on the program’s impact after two and six years, assessing outcomes like participant health improvements and cost efficiency.