H.R. 4220 Federal Food Donation Act of 2007

Bill Status

  • Bill Introduction

    11/15/2007

  • Passed by Committee

    12/12/2007 by voice vote

  • Passed by House

    12/17/2007 by voice vote


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H.R. 4220 on THOMAS

H.R. 4220, the Federal Food Donation Act of 2007, was introduced by Rep. Jo Ann Emerson on November 15, 2007. H.R. 4220 addresses the issue of hunger in America by requring federal agencies to include in their food service and space rental contracts a provision which would encourage the contractor to donate any surplus, wholesome food to non-profit organizations that provide assistance to the hungry.