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School Milk: Easier Access to Substitutes for Students.

This bill makes it easier for students to access milk substitutes in schools. Schools will be required to provide alternative milk beverages upon request from a student or parent, without needing medical certificates for special dietary needs. This means greater flexibility and choice for families regarding their children's nutrition in educational settings.
Key points
Schools will be required to offer milk substitutes upon request from a student or parent.
Medical certificates or other written statements of dietary needs will no longer be required to receive a milk substitute.
The changes aim to align beverage offerings with current dietary guidelines and individual student preferences.
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Additional Information
To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require schools to provide fluid milk substitutes upon request of a student or the parent or guardian of such student, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 1539
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2]
Process start date: 2023-03-10