Bipartisan Bill Would Give Seniors Access to Local Maple Syrup
• The MAPLE Act would add maple syrup to the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program, giving low-income seniors access to locally produced maple syrup • The bill is designed to support the maple industry and increase seniors' access to maple syrup • Maple syrup is one of the healthiest sweeteners, comparable to honey which is already included in the program • The bill would expand the market for local maple syrup producers in states like Connecticut • The bill is bipartisan with support from Senators, Representatives, agriculture officials, and maple industry associations