The Global Food Security Act of 2009 (H.R. 3077) was introduced on June 26, 2009 by Representative Betty McCollum. The Global Food Security Act calls for the creation of a comprehensive food security strategy, a White House Coordinator to develop and oversee the strategy and authorizes agricultural development measures critical to addressing long-term hunger. The House version includes a greater focus on sustainability, natural resource management, the impact on cilmate change, and looking at the needs of women.
Date Published: | October 22, 2009 |
Attributed Authors: | Representative Betty McCollum |
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Affiliated with: | Office of Representative Betty McCollum |
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