DONOR Milk Act

Key Points

• This bill creates the first federal safety rules specifically for donated breast milk. It defines donated milk as a critical food, which means the government will watch it more closely to make sure it is safe for babies who receive it.
• The FDA would be required to inspect every facility that processes or stores donated breast milk at least once a year. These inspections can happen without warning to ensure milk banks are following all safety and labeling laws.
• Nonprofit milk banks that currently operate like small kitchens would now have to register as official food manufacturers. This change ensures they follow the same high standards as other companies that make food for infants.
• To help small nonprofit milk banks afford these new rules, the bill sets aside $8 million in grants. These funds can be used to buy better equipment, get safety certifications, or hire experts to check their quality and safety.

Impact Analysis

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