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Access to Donor Milk Act: Supporting Infants and Families

This act aims to facilitate access to donor milk for infants, especially those most in need. It introduces financial support for milk banks and educational programs to ensure a safe and accessible source of nutrition when mother's milk is unavailable. This helps parents ensure better health and development for their children.
Key points
Financial Support for Milk Banks: The act provides grants to milk banks to help them expand their resources and respond to emergencies, such as crises.
Easier Access to Donor Milk: Donor milk can be made available to child nutrition program participants at low or no cost.
Education and Awareness: Awareness programs will be established to educate the public about the benefits of donor milk and the need for donations.
Clear Regulations: The act aims to clarify the regulatory status of donor milk, ensuring greater safety and trust in the product.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5292
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5292.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial Support for Milk Banks: The act provides grants to milk banks to help them expand their resources and respond to emergencies, such as crises.
  • Easier Access to Donor Milk: Donor milk can be made available to child nutrition program participants at low or no cost.
  • Education and Awareness: Awareness programs will be established to educate the public about the benefits of donor milk and the need for donations.
  • Clear Regulations: The act aims to clarify the regulatory status of donor milk, ensuring greater safety and trust in the product.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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