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California Congressman Josh Harder Announces New Bill to Invest in Food-is-Medicine Programs to Fight High Rates of Chronic Diseases Like Diabetes

Sierra Sun Times·September 20, 2026
California Congressman Josh Harder Announces New Bill to Invest in Food-is-Medicine Programs to Fight High Rates of Chronic Diseases Like Diabetes

Representative Josh Harder has introduced the Partnerships for Better Health Act, which seeks to establish a new grant program through the Department of Health and Human Services. The legislation aims to combat chronic diseases by providing $15 million annually to support integrated medical care, nutrition services, and community-based health partnerships.

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This legislation represents a localized federal effort to bridge the gap between clinical healthcare and social determinants of health, specifically targeting nutrition as a primary intervention for chronic disease management.

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