Bill > HB179

This bill, known as the Whole Milk in Pennsylvania Schools Act, provides Pennsylvania schools with the option to purchase and serve locally produced milk, specifically defining "Pennsylvania milk" as raw milk from cows located in Pennsylvania, processed in a Pennsylvania dairy facility. The bill allows school boards to use state or local funds to obtain and provide whole milk (at least 3% milk fat) or reduced fat milk (2% milk fat), including flavored varieties. The Secretary of Education is required to notify school superintendents about the act and, within two years, submit a report detailing which schools have opted to provide Pennsylvania milk, changes in milk consumption, and promotional efforts. The bill includes a provision for the Office of Attorney General to pursue civil action if federal funds are withheld due to schools' milk choices. Notably, the act will automatically expire if federal dietary guidelines or regulations change to permit whole or reduced fat milk in schools. The legislation aims to support local dairy producers and provide schools with more flexibility in milk procurement, taking effect 30 days after passage.

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