Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 3:48 PM

Summary of Bill S 1014

The Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1014, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the pricing of dairy products in the United States.

One key aspect of the Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act is the establishment of a new pricing system for dairy products. This system aims to ensure that dairy farmers receive fair prices for their products, while also providing consumers with affordable options. The bill includes provisions for setting minimum prices for dairy products, as well as mechanisms for adjusting these prices based on market conditions.

Additionally, the Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act includes measures to support dairy farmers who are struggling financially. This includes providing financial assistance to farmers who are facing economic hardship, as well as funding for programs aimed at improving the sustainability and efficiency of dairy operations. Overall, the Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023 seeks to address the challenges facing the dairy industry in the United States by implementing a new pricing system and providing support to farmers. This bill is currently under review in Congress, and its ultimate impact on the dairy industry will depend on the outcome of the legislative process.

Congressional Summary of S 1014

Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to hold national hearings to review Federal Milk Marketing Orders. (USDA uses these orders to establish a minimum price for various classes of milk.) The hearings must include the review of proposals from producers and the dairy industry on the price of Class I skim milk.

The bill also requires manufacturers to report cost and yield information for all dairy products processed in the same facility or facilities to USDA's Dairy Product Mandatory Reporting Program. Further, every two years, USDA must publish a report containing the information obtained under these new requirements.

Current Status of Bill S 1014

Bill S 1014 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 28, 2023. Bill S 1014 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 28, 2023.  Bill S 1014's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of March 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1014

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1014

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1014

Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act of 2023A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate hearings to review Federal milk marketing orders relating to pricing of Class I skim milk, and for other purposes.
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