The purpose of the proposed rulemaking is to implement Section 500.81, F.S., Healthy Food Financing Initiative, which directs the department to coordinate the use of $500,000 of state financial assistance to construct, rehabilitate, or expand independent grocery stores, independent supermarkets, convenience stores, and community facilities to increase access to fresh produce and other nutritious foods in underserved and low-income communities. The effect is the establishment of guidelines to achieve this purpose.