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Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025

Floor Speech

Date: Dec. 15, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. MOOLENAAR. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding.

Today, I rise in support of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. Milk has long been a cornerstone of children's diets in this country. It provides high-quality protein, calcium, vitamin D, and other essential nutrients that growing bodies and young minds need to thrive. For many kids, milk is the most reliable source of vital nutrients they receive.

This legislation is about common sense and choice. Whole and reduced- fat milk are safe and nutritious options that many children prefer and are more likely to drink. When kids enjoy milk, they are more likely to drink it and get the nutrition it offers instead of pouring it down the drain.

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act supports healthier kids and gives schools the flexibility to meet students where they are, allowing them to nurture healthy habits that will last a lifetime. It also supports our dairy farmers by allowing them more ways to meaningfully participate in healthy school lunch programs.

Let's help our children grow strong and healthy.

I thank the chairman for his leadership on this legislation, and I urge all my colleague to support it.

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