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ID H0662
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Agricultural Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
- Milk and cream purchased or sold in Idaho based on milkfat, protein, lactose, solids nonfat, somatic cell counts, or any other quality parameter must be tested by methods approved by the Idaho Department of Agriculture director
- Samples must be taken from every milk and cream shipment by a department-authorized milk hauler and stored in tamper-proof conditions between 33 and 45 degrees Fahrenheit
- The department may conduct audits of payments for milk or cream made by persons, corporations, cooperatives, or companies to verify compliance with established requirements
- Adds formal definitions for "department" (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) and "director" (department director or authorized designee) to the statute
- Declared an emergency measure with an effective date of July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding milk and cream testing methods.
MILK TESTING
Last Action
Read second time; filed for Third Reading
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Agricultural Affairs3/3/2026
Agricultural Affairs2/16/2026
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