DONOR Milk Act

This bill would add pasteurized donor human milk to the federal definition of critical foods under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It defines this milk as milk expressed by a mother, donated for an infant other than her own, and collected, pasteurized, and dispensed without additives. Facilities that handle critical foods could no longer use the nonprofit food establishment exception to federal registration. The Food and Drug Administration would have to inspect donor milk facilities at least once a year, including unannounced visits. The bill also authorizes $8 million for grants to help nonprofit donor milk facilities meet the requirements.

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Sponsors

• Rosa L. DeLauro Democrat sponsor
• 10 cosponsors