Veterans Nutrition and Wellness Act of 2025

This legislation mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and implement a pilot program, to be known as the "Food is Medicine program," within 180 days of enactment. This program is designed to administer medically-tailored meals and groceries to eligible veterans, alongside furnishing nutrition education and cooking classes through qualified professionals. Eligibility for the program extends to veterans enrolled in VA healthcare who are managing multiple chronic conditions , such as diabetes, cancer, or heart failure. It also includes veterans receiving maternal health care, including prenatal or postpartum services, who are at risk of conditions like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes. The bill requires the VA to develop training for its healthcare providers on integrating this program into veteran treatment plans and to collaborate with community-based organizations for sourcing fresh produce and expanding services. The program is authorized for appropriations from fiscal years 2025 through 2028 and will operate for three years, with annual reports to Congress detailing health outcomes, cost savings, and recommendations.