Chairman Boozman highlights new law allowing whole milk in schools

John Boozman, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
John Boozman, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
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U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) issued a statement after President Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law. The legislation allows whole and reduced-fat milk options to return to school lunch programs alongside low-fat and fat-free choices.

“Today is a milestone for the health and well-being of children nationwide. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act ensures whole and reduced-fat milk choices return to school lunch programs alongside low-fat and fat-free options.

I am proud to have worked with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to advance this legislation through the Senate and into law. By restoring these healthy, nutritious milk beverages to school cafeterias, we are helping fuel young people’s success in the classroom and supporting America’s outstanding dairy producers.”

The bill was passed by the Senate on November 21, 2025, following unanimous approval from committee members earlier in the year.

The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee is part of the standing committee structure of the United States Senate official website. It oversees national policies related to agriculture, nutrition, forestry, rural development, food security, crop protection, environmental conservation, and other related issues official website. Established in 1825 as a dedicated body for agricultural interests official website, it has influenced significant legislation over its history through hearings and studies on topics such as food programs and rural matters official website.



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