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Appropriators discuss $1M proposal to support rural grocery access; past pilot had mixed uses
Summary
The committee reviewed a $1 million proposal to support rural grocery-store initiatives — including cold lockers, delivery vans and other projects — noting prior grants funded feasibility studies, a food-processing facility and mobile-market expansion.
Representatives discussed Senate Bill 22-28, a $1 million appropriation to the Department of Commerce for grants aimed at preserving rural grocery stores and increasing food access. Representative Munson, who introduced the concept, described the original pilot model used around Park River: online ordering, refrigerated delivery vans and lockers in…
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