S. 4906: Milk From Family Dairies Act of 2026

This bill would change how the dairy market is managed in several ways, with a focus on controlling production, setting prices, and supporting smaller dairy operations.

Dairy Market Stabilization Program

The bill would create a new dairy market stabilization system run by regional and national boards. These boards would:

• Set production quotas for dairy producers.
• Establish floor prices for milk.
• Charge fees on milk produced above a producer’s allotted quota.
• Redistribute those fees to producers who stay within their quotas.
• Limit the buying and selling of production quotas.

While this program is in effect, some existing dairy support and insurance programs would be suspended.

Imports and Market Reporting

The bill would also revise rules for imported dairy products by changing import quotas and fees. It would require more reporting on dairy imports so that market activity can be tracked more closely.

Studies and Support for Smaller Producers

To better understand the industry, the bill would require annual studies on consolidation in the dairy sector. It would also create or expand several support programs aimed at small and regional dairy operations, including:

• Grants and loans.
• Apprenticeship programs.
• Infrastructure support.

These programs would be available across states and U.S. territories.

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