DAIRY PRIDE Act

Key Points

• This bill would stop plant-based products from using names like milk, yogurt, or cheese on their labels. Under this plan, only products made from the milk of hooved animals, like cows or goats, could use those specific dairy terms.
• The goal is to clear up confusion for shoppers who might think plant-based drinks have the same nutritional value as real dairy. Supporters say it protects dairy farmers from unfair competition by making sure labels accurately describe what is inside the container.
• If passed, the Food and Drug Administration would have to create new rules for how they will enforce these labeling laws. Companies that continue to use dairy names for non-dairy products could face warnings or fines from the government.
• The bill requires the government to provide a report to Congress within two years. This report would list how many enforcement actions were taken and provide a plan for how to handle any remaining products that are still using dairy names incorrectly.

Impact Analysis

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