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Advocates press for 'Be New Deal' requiring plant‑based protein options at public institutions
Summary
Supporters told the Joint Committee on Higher Education that S922 (the 'Be New Deal') would expand access to plant‑based proteins at public institutions, citing climate, health and equity benefits and arguing the measure preserves choice while adding menu options and culinary training.
A diverse coalition — including public‑health professionals, environmental and animal‑welfare groups, students and restaurant operators — asked the Joint Committee on Higher Education to favorably report S922, commonly referred to in testimony as the “Be New Deal.”
Praial Patel of Humane World for Animals and Alex Sarussi of Mercy for Animals framed the bill as a pragmatic measure that preserves choice while requiring at least one plant‑based protein option per meal in state institutions and supporting culinary education and recipe development. “This bill is thoughtful, forward looking policy,”…
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