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Introduced last week by Representative Joe Courtney, the Healthy Milk and Dairy Choices in Schools Act would require milk served in school lunches to be consistent with the current Dietary Guidelines in the US, which recommends low-fat and non-fat varieties
The bill would also allow more schools to qualify for the USDA milk reimbursement program and create a pilot program to help schools switch to low-fat cheeses.
IDFA said that in recent years, milk consumption in schools has been on the decline as sports and carbonated drinks gain in popularity.
“Expanding the milk reimbursement program will allow more schools to provide nutrient-rich beverages in place of lower-cost, but nutrient-void alternatives,” said Ruth Saunders, IDFA VP of policy and legislative affairs.