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House Agriculture Committee recommends ‘do pass’ on bill allowing optional 2% flavored milk in schools
Summary
The House Agriculture Committee voted to recommend passage of HB 1132, which would allow school districts to offer 2% flavored milk as an optional purchase rather than having it banned. The sponsor and committee members said the measure would be permissive and not mandate purchase by schools.
The House Agriculture Committee voted to recommend a "do pass" on House Bill 1132 after brief discussion. Representative Hoch moved the recommendation and Representative Twite seconded. Lawmakers clarified the bill would not require schools to provide flavored 2 percent milk — it only permits districts to offer it as an option.
Representative Dawson Holly noted the bill is permissive and would not compel districts to purchase flavored milk for school meal programs; other members confirmed that the measure would be a straight‑purchase option for schools outside federal meal program requirements.
The committee carried the motion by roll call; the clerk recorded affirmative votes from the committee membership present and the motion passed.
Why it matters: The bill would give school districts the flexibility to offer 2% flavored milk when they choose; sponsorship testimony said private grants and nonprofit grants can help with initial dispensers and equipment where needed.
Next step: The committee recommended a do‑pass; the bill will move to the next stage of the legislative process per the House rules.
