Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act

10/5/2024, 5:38 AM

Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide varieties of fluid or powdered milk (e.g., unflavored or organic) to members of the Armed Forces at dining facilities on military installations. Under the bill, DOD is prohibited from purchasing such milk from an entity owned or controlled by a foreign adversary.

Bill 118 hr 9715, also known as the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing additional support to members of the military through the provision of milk.

The bill seeks to address the nutritional needs of servicemembers by ensuring that they have access to a sufficient supply of milk while serving in the military. It recognizes the importance of milk as a source of essential nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, which are crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being.

Specifically, the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act calls for the inclusion of milk in the standard rations provided to servicemembers, both domestically and overseas. This would ensure that all military personnel have access to this important source of nutrition, regardless of where they are stationed. In addition to providing milk as part of the standard rations, the bill also includes provisions for the promotion of milk consumption among servicemembers. This may include educational initiatives and outreach programs aimed at highlighting the benefits of milk and encouraging its consumption as part of a healthy diet. Overall, the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act aims to support the health and well-being of military personnel by ensuring that they have access to a consistent and adequate supply of milk. By addressing the nutritional needs of servicemembers, the bill seeks to enhance their overall readiness and performance while serving in the military.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 9715

Introduced on
2024-09-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/20/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide varieties of fluid or powdered milk (e.g., unflavored or organic) to members of the Armed Forces at dining facilities on military installations. Under the bill, DOD is prohibited from purchasing such milk from an entity owned or controlled by a foreign adversary.

Bill 118 hr 9715, also known as the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing additional support to members of the military through the provision of milk.

The bill seeks to address the nutritional needs of servicemembers by ensuring that they have access to a sufficient supply of milk while serving in the military. It recognizes the importance of milk as a source of essential nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, which are crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being.

Specifically, the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act calls for the inclusion of milk in the standard rations provided to servicemembers, both domestically and overseas. This would ensure that all military personnel have access to this important source of nutrition, regardless of where they are stationed. In addition to providing milk as part of the standard rations, the bill also includes provisions for the promotion of milk consumption among servicemembers. This may include educational initiatives and outreach programs aimed at highlighting the benefits of milk and encouraging its consumption as part of a healthy diet. Overall, the Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act aims to support the health and well-being of military personnel by ensuring that they have access to a consistent and adequate supply of milk. By addressing the nutritional needs of servicemembers, the bill seeks to enhance their overall readiness and performance while serving in the military.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Defense to provide fluid or powdered milk to members of the Armed Forces at dining facilities on military installations.

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Latest Summary1/14/2025

Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide varieties of fluid or powdered milk (e.g., unflavored or organic) to members of the Armed Forces at dining faciliti...


Latest Action9/20/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.