SB689

In purpose, short title and definitions, further providing for definitions and construction; in general powers of the board, providing for collection of premiums; in prices of milk, providing for board-established premiums and further providing for cooperatives; and, in moneys and expenses of board, further providing for Milk Marketing Fund and for payment and providing for audits.

Introduced·4/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB689 amends the Milk Marketing Law to redefine premiums, establish a Milk Marketing Fund, and mandate audits.

Pennsylvania SB689 amends the Milk Marketing Law to redefine "board-established premium" as a fee set by the Pennsylvania Milk Board based on cost of production, price received, and return on equity. The bill establishes a Milk Marketing Fund to collect moneys from license fees, penalties, and permits, which are then distributed to producers, dealers, or handlers. The bill also mandates that moneys distributed under certain conditions be subject to audits by the board or its designee, with the first audit occurring within six months of the first distribution and annually thereafter.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Agriculture And Rural Affairs: Reported as Committed

11 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 6, 2025

12:30 PM

Agriculture And Rural Affairs (s) Hearing

History

Jun 23, 2025

Senate

Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)

May 6, 2025

Senate

Reported as committed

May 6, 2025

Senate

First consideration