World · 15 January 2026

Whole Milk Returns to School Lunch Programs After New Law

President Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act on January 14, 2026, restoring whole milk to school lunch programs. This reverses the 2012 USDA regulations that limited milk options to fat-free or 1%. The move aligns with the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which reintroduced full-fat dairy as part of a healthy diet. Milk consumption in schools declined after the 2010 restrictions, but whole milk sales grew 16% from 2013-2024.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 January 2026 at 9:56

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