❌ SB233
Create the Ohio Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force
Summary
The bill establishes the Ohio Local and Organic Food and Farm Task Force, which will consist of various stakeholders including farmers, food processors, and community representatives. The task force is tasked with developing a plan to expand and support local and organic food systems in Ohio, identifying obstacles, opportunities for land preservation, and strategies for increasing food access. The task force must submit its report to the General Assembly within two years of its creation.
Rationale
The bill creates a government task force aimed at expanding state involvement in local and organic food systems, which conflicts with the LP's principles of minimal government intervention and free markets. The LPO also opposes government contracts that create cronyism, which this bill may inadvertently support by favoring certain agricultural sectors.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government intervention in agriculture
- Potential for cronyism and favoritism in food production
- Financial burdens on taxpayers for task force operations