FRESH Act would fund school milk equipment grants through 2031
In committeeH.R. 9164Latest action
Sponsor: Glenn Thompson · Representative · PA
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Official title: FRESH Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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The FRESH Act would give schools competitive grants covering up to 75% of milk storage equipment costs through 2031.
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What does this do?
The bill would create a competitive grant program letting schools, districts, tribal organizations, or groups of these entities buy equipment like refrigeration units or bulk milk dispensers. The federal government would cover up to 75 percent of each project's cost, with the applicant paying the rest.
Who does it affect?
Public elementary and secondary schools, school food service programs, and tribal organizations running school meal programs would apply for and manage these grants. Students who eat school meals could be affected indirectly.
Why does it matter?
The equipment upgrades could change how milk is stored and served in schools, potentially affecting food waste levels from unused or spoiled cartons.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- $4 million per year, 2027-2031
- Federal share up to 75% per project
- Applicant covers remaining cost
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJun 4, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jun 4, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.