Food Rescue Act

# Food Rescue Act (HR 7144) Summary **What the bill would do:** The Food Rescue Act is designed to reduce food waste and hunger by making it easier for businesses, farms, and organizations to donate food that would otherwise be thrown away. The bill would likely provide incentives (such as tax breaks) and remove legal barriers that currently discourage food donations, making the process simpler and less risky for donors worried about liability if someone gets sick from donated food. **Who it affects:** This bill would primarily benefit grocery stores, restaurants, farms, and food manufacturers that have surplus food; charities and food banks that distribute food to people in need; and low-income individuals and families who rely on food assistance. It could also affect state and local governments that oversee food safety regulations. **Current status:** As of now, HR 7144 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been voted on by the full House.

The bill was sponsored by Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass through committee review, receive a full House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.