STATEHOUSE (Feb. 3, 2021) – The Indiana House of Representatives voted unanimously Tuesday to advance State Rep. Steve Davisson's (R-Salem) legislation allowing local students to continue selling pork and lettuce to their school cafeteria.
Davisson said his legislation would allow youth agricultural education programs throughout the state to sell up to $7,500 worth of products to schools without going through a competitive procurement process. He said students at Paoli Junior-Senior High School are already raising hogs and growing hydroponic lettuce, and then selling their products to the cafeteria.
"These programs provide our students important, real-world lessons that can inspire them to pursue agricultural careers," Davisson said. "This is also a great opportunity for sourcing local, fresh food, and it encourages schools around the state to pursue similar programs for their students."
House Bill 1119 now moves to the Senate for further consideration. To learn more and watch legislative proceedings, visit iga.in.gov.
-30-
State Rep. Steve Davisson (R-Salem) represents House District 73, which includes
Washington County, and portions of Orange, Lawrence, Jackson, Clark and Harrison counties.
Click here to download a high-resolution photo.
