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Authorizes the Department of Education and the Department of Agriculture to work together on Farm-to-school initiatives

Rev. Code Wash. (ARCW) § 28A.235.180

Last Visited 5/7/26
Policy Summary

This law authorizes the Departments of Education and Agriculture to work together to promote and facilitate new and existing regional markets programs, including farm-to-school initiatives established in accordance with section 15.64.060, and small farm direct marketing assistance in accordance with section 15.64.050. The law also authorizes the Department of Education to award grants to school districts to collaborate with community-based organizations, food banks, and farms or gardens in developing projects to reduce high school dropout occurrences. Eligible grant projects are those that target low-income and at-risk youth populations and meet other criteria.

State Washington
Jurisdiction Name Washington
Jurisdiction Type state
Food System Topics
  • Farm to School
  • Food Access
  • Policymaking Process
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