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1. Senate passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

With its approval by unanimous consent on Thursday, the U.S. Senate passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, co-sponsored by Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith.

The bill that would again allow whole and 2 percent milk to be served at schools.

“For generations, children have benefited from the nutrients found in milk, which are essential for healthy growth and development. I am hopeful that we will succeed in enacting the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, restoring access to healthy milk choices for kids,” said Hyde-Smith previously.

The legislation now goes to the House

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