Tag: Federal law

In 2016, Vermont became the first U.S. state to enact a mandatory law for labeling foods containing genetically modified organisms, commonly known as GMOs. However, this state-level legislation was quickly superseded by a national standard, fundamentally changing how products are labeled across the country.

Since the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act was passed in 2010, federal regulations have restricted the types of milk served in school meal programs. The USDA oversees these requirements for participating schools, ensuring all meals align with national dietary guidelines. This guide explains what does federal law say about serving dairy milk in schools, detailing the specific fat content, new sugar limits, and requirements for milk substitutes.