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BillHR 8545 · 119

Access to Donor Milk Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 28, 2026
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands access to pasteurized donor human milk. Requires increased protection for those who use or provide this service.

Sponsored By

Chrissy Houlahan
Democrat · Pennsylvania · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 28, 2026
  3. Apr 28, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects mothers and babies who rely on donor human milk, potentially increasing their access to a safe and healthy food source. It also impacts human milk banks and donation services, which may see changes in regulations and protections.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicFood & Agriculture
CommitteeEducation and Workforce Committee
IntroducedApr 28, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subjects
  • Food

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.