SB 1383
Learn about the new state law
Tier 1 Generators must meet the food recovery requirements by Jan. 1, 2022
Tier 2 Generators must meet the food recovery requirements by Jan. 1, 2024
Donate the maximum amount of edible food that would otherwise be disposed to a food recovery organization or service.
Establish a contract/written agreement with the food recovery organization or service. Keep a copy of the agreement on-site.
Keep ongoing records of the following:
If a food recovery organization or service receives food donations from a commercial edible food generator, then the organization must follow specific record-keeping and reporting requirements. Fortunately, these requirements are similar to existing record-keeping systems followed by local food banks.
Keep ongoing records of the following:
Report the total pounds of edible food recovered in the previous calendar year to the city where your primary address is located. (City staff will reach out to request this information from your organization annually).