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Whole Milk in Schools: More Milk Choices for Students

New rules allow schools to offer students whole milk, both flavored and unflavored, as part of the school lunch program. This change provides parents and students with more milk options, while also prohibiting the purchase of milk from Chinese state-owned enterprises.
Key points
Schools can now serve whole milk (organic and non-organic, flavored and unflavored) as part of the school lunch program.
Whole milk will not be counted towards saturated fat limits in school meals.
Schools are prohibited from purchasing or offering milk produced by Chinese state-owned enterprises.
Students with dietary restrictions due to disability will still receive milk substitutes with a doctor's note.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-12-13
77%
For 330
Against 99
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1147
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Process start date: 2023-02-21
Voting date: 2023-12-13
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 718
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1147.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can now serve whole milk (organic and non-organic, flavored and unflavored) as part of the school lunch program.
  • Whole milk will not be counted towards saturated fat limits in school meals.
  • Schools are prohibited from purchasing or offering milk produced by Chinese state-owned enterprises.
  • Students with dietary restrictions due to disability will still receive milk substitutes with a doctor's note.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 293.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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