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This bill allows schools in New York to purchase and provide whole or reduced fat New York milk, which is defined as milk produced from cows located within the state, processed at a state dairy facility, and intended for consumer distribution. The legislation specifically permits school boards to use state or local funds to obtain whole milk (containing at least 3% milk fat) or reduced fat milk (containing 2% milk fat), including flavored varieties. The bill requires the Commissioner of Education to notify school superintendents about these provisions and to submit a report within two years detailing which schools have adopted the new milk options, changes in milk consumption, and state actions to promote milk availability. Additionally, the Attorney General is authorized to pursue civil action to recover any funds withheld by the federal government due to a school's implementation of these milk purchasing options. The act will expire if federal guidelines or nutrition standards change to allow whole or reduced fat milk in schools, with the Commissioner of Education tasked with notifying relevant authorities of such changes.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1295