Section 7a.131. Advisor to the Governor on Food and Nutrition Programs

(a) The Advisor to the Governor on Food and Nutrition Programs (Advisor) coordinates all food and nutrition programs and the Governor’s Food Security Partnership (Partnership).

(b) The Advisor shall:

(1) Coordinate interdepartmental efforts designated to reduce hunger and improve nutrition among Pennsylvanians.

(2) Review and evaluate the operations and policies of all State and Federal food and nutrition programs administered by the Commonwealth.

(3) Organize private and public sector efforts to improve the Commonwealth’s response to the food and nutrition needs of its citizens.

(4) Work with State and Federal officials, as well as with State and local food and nutrition providers, advocates and consumers, to increase the effectiveness and accessibility of Federal and State food and nutrition programs to reduce hunger and improve the nutrition of Pennsylvanians.

(5) Convene meetings and oversee the activities of the Partnership.

(6) Present the findings and recommendations of the Partnership to the Governor, the agencies of the Commonwealth and the General Assembly.