Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Summary
The bill directs the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to create the Hydroponic Initiative Grant Program, which can award funds to individuals, businesses, or nonprofits for building hydroponic agriculture facilities in vacant commercial buildings. Grants may cover feasibility studies, property purchases, renovations, equipment and other related costs, with a maximum of $1 million per applicant or 25 % of the project cost. The program aims to increase fresh‑food availability in designated food‑desert areas and make use of underutilized commercial space.
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