Interstate Milk Freedom Act of 2026

Key Points

• This bill would stop federal agencies from interfering with the sale and transport of raw, unpasteurized milk across state lines. Currently, federal rules generally prevent raw milk from being sold for human consumption between states.
• The new rules would only apply if both the state where the milk is produced and the state where it is being sold already allow raw milk sales. It does not force any state to change its own local laws or safety requirements.
• Farmers and consumers would be protected from federal lawsuits or criminal charges as long as they follow the specific labeling and safety laws of the state where the milk was produced.
• The policy covers a wide range of products, including raw cream, butter, cheese, and yogurt, as well as 'cowshare' programs where people pay a farmer to help care for an animal in exchange for a share of its milk.
• Supporters argue this gives people more freedom to choose what they eat and helps small farmers reach more customers, while critics often point to health risks because raw milk has not been heated to kill potentially harmful bacteria.

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