Bill > A03631

This bill allows schools in New York to purchase and provide whole milk or reduced fat milk produced within the state, regardless of existing dietary restrictions. The bill defines "New York milk" as milk from cows located in New York, processed in a New York dairy facility, and intended for consumer distribution. Schools can use state or local funds to buy and serve whole milk (3% milk fat) or reduced fat milk (2% milk fat), including flavored varieties. The bill requires the commissioner of education to notify all school administrators about this option and mandates that the attorney general can help schools recover any federal funds withheld due to their milk choices. Within two years of the bill's implementation, the commissioners of education and agriculture must submit a report detailing which schools have adopted the new milk policy, changes in milk consumption, state promotional efforts, and other relevant information. The bill will automatically expire if federal dietary guidelines or school lunch regulations change to permit whole or reduced fat milk in schools, ensuring alignment with potential future federal standards.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3631