Bill > A00414

This bill amends the New York agriculture and markets law to expand the definition of "surplus agricultural products" under the Nourish New York program. Specifically, the bill explicitly includes New York-grown milk and milk products, such as two percent fat milk and whole milk, in the definition of surplus agricultural products. Previously, the law's definition was less clear about the inclusion of milk products. The Nourish New York program is designed to support local agriculture by helping to connect agricultural producers with food banks and other emergency food providers, particularly during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. By broadening the definition of surplus agricultural products to clearly include various milk products, the bill aims to provide more flexibility and support for New York dairy farmers by making it easier to direct excess milk and milk products to food assistance programs. The bill will take effect simultaneously with another related bill amending the agriculture and markets law.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A414