Back to Bills
Introduced

HB5136: STORE Act of 2023 Supporting Transportation Organization and Refrigeration Expansion Act of 2023

: Suzanne Bonamici (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Sep 21, 2023
Agriculture and food
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

Here is how to read this bill

  1. Start with the summary

    It says what the bill does in plain language. The official text is one tab over.

  2. Check where it is

    The status badge says how far it has gotten. The History tab lists every step.

  3. Follow it

    We will email you when it moves. You need a free account.

  4. Tell someone who votes on it

    Email or call the sponsor, or find your own representatives, from the actions panel.

Bill information

Summary

To address infrastructure needs for food banks serving rural communities and for other purposes.

Plain-language summary

The STORE Act of 2023 aims to improve infrastructure for food banks that serve rural communities. The bill addresses storage and transportation needs, particularly for refrigeration equipment used by food banks. Food banks are nonprofit organizations that collect and distribute donated food to people in need. The bill was introduced in the House and is currently in the early legislative stage. Specific funding amounts and program details are not yet clear from the available information.

AI-generated summary

What can I do?

It's early in the process — messages to the sponsor and your representatives carry the most weight right now.

Contact Your Representatives

Calling or emailing is the most direct way to weigh in — offices tally constituent contacts.

Find Your Representatives

Share This Bill

Sharing helps others in your district get informed and involved.

Message style

HB5136: STORE Act of 2023 Supporting Transportation Organization and Refrigeration Expa…

Upcoming hearings & events

Loading upcoming hearings