RS2026-2194

Resolution

This authorizes the Metropolitan Board of Health to apply for a $2,000,000 federal grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration. If awarded, the funds would expand existing food prescription programs to improve food access and healthy food intake for pregnant and postpartum residents, with no required cash match from Nashville.

Passed · Aug 18, 2026 · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 · View on Legistar

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A resolution approving a Maternal Produce Prescription Program grant application from the Health Resources and Services Administration to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to expand existing food prescription programs and increase food access, healthy food intake, and food security for maternal populations.

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Data sourced from Nashville Metro Council Legistar. Last updated: August 20, 2026