Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB222

Introduced
2/20/25  

Caption

A bill for an act providing for the distribution of raw milk and associated products.

Impact

One of the notable impacts of HSB222 is the change in how raw milk producers can market their products. Previously, the distribution of raw milk was heavily regulated, primarily allowing sales directly from producers to consumers. By allowing sales through grocery stores and farmers markets, the bill seeks to enhance accessibility for consumers while potentially increasing sales revenue for dairy farmers. However, this shift could raise concerns about food safety, particularly regarding the risks associated with consuming unpasteurized milk.

Summary

House Study Bill 222 (HSB222) aims to modify the existing regulations regarding the distribution of raw milk and its associated products in Iowa. This bill expands the entities authorized to distribute raw milk to include farmers markets and grocery stores, thereby providing producers with more avenues to sell their products. Additionally, it amends several key restrictions related to the distribution and consumption of raw milk, particularly eliminating the prior condition that limited sales to individual consumers only and preventing resale of raw milk products.

Contention

The legislative discussions surrounding HSB222 highlight divides among stakeholders regarding the safety and regulation of raw milk. Proponents argue that the bill facilitates local food systems and provides consumers with more choices. They contend that raw milk can be produced safely and that consumers should have the right to purchase it. Conversely, opponents raise concerns about the public health implications associated with greater access to raw milk products, emphasizing the need for stringent health regulations to ensure consumer safety. Issues around labeling and transparency regarding the health of dairy livestock and compliance with food safety standards were points of contention among critics of the bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF2112

A bill for an act eliminating provisions relating to raw milk, including the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products.

IA HF2767

A bill for an act providing for the sale and distribution of certain food, providing for fees, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 2444.)

IA HF2444

A bill for an act providing for the sale and distribution of certain food, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2767.)

IA HF1006

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(Formerly HF 179, HF 32.)

IA HF179

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(Formerly HF 32; See HF 1006.)

IA HF32

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(See HF 179, HF 1006.)

IA HSB753

A bill for an act regulating hemp and associated products, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

IA HB5219

Food: milk; sale of raw milk and raw milk products under the food law; allow. Amends secs. 1107, 1109 & 6140 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1107 et seq.) & adds secs. 4102a & 4102b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5217'25, HB 5218'25

IA HB5218

Food: milk; sale of raw milk and raw milk products under the manufacturing milk law of 2001; allow. Amends secs. 111 & 136 of 2001 PA 267 (MCL 288.671 & 288.696) & adds sec. 70a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5217'25, HB 5219'25

IA SB464

To Amend The Laws Concerning Sales Of Raw Milk; To Allow Sales Of Raw Milk And Raw Milk Products At Locations Other Than The Farm Where The Raw Milk Or Raw Milk Product Was Produced; And To Declare An Emergency.

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