Texas HB2840 amends the Health and Safety Code to clarify definitions and prohibit misrepresentation of products as milk or milk products.

Texas HB2840 amends the Health and Safety Code to define "milk" as a liquid secreted by the mammary glands of female mammals and "milk product" as a product containing milk. The bill prohibits individuals from representing, labeling, or advertising a product as milk or a milk product if it does not meet these definitions. This change aims to ensure consumer transparency and prevent deceptive practices in product labeling. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2840 amends the Health and Safety Code to clarify definitions and prohibit misrepresentation of products as milk or milk products.

Texas HB2840 amends the Health and Safety Code to define "milk" as a liquid secreted by the mammary glands of female mammals and "milk product" as a product containing milk. The bill prohibits individuals from representing, labeling, or advertising a product as milk or a milk product if it does not meet these definitions. This change aims to ensure consumer transparency and prevent deceptive practices in product labeling. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.