# Pennsylvania House Modernizes Milk Marketing Law

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives unanimously passed House Bill 1006, which modernizes the state's Milk Marketing Law by extending certification renewal periods for milk testers, weighers, and samplers from one year to two years and eliminating outdated fees. This legislative update reduces administrative burdens and streamlines regulatory compliance processes related to dairy product oversight at the state level, potentially affecting procurement and certification activities tied to dairy industry regulation.

- Procurement professionals involved in dairy product certification and regulatory compliance should note the extended certification renewal period, which may impact scheduling and contract timelines.
- The removal of fees could influence budgeting and cost structures for state agencies managing dairy oversight programs.
- Vendors and contractors providing testing, weighing, and sampling services may experience changes in contract renewal cycles and administrative requirements.
- This law reflects a broader trend toward reducing regulatory complexity, which procurement teams should consider when planning future dairy-related service contracts in Pennsylvania.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Pennsylvania House of Representatives

### Key Quotes
> This is a simple, common-sense update that saves time for our dairy industry and helps the state run more efficiently.
> — Representative Joe Kerwin

### Sources
- [Kerwin’s Bill to Modernize Milk Marketing Law Passes House Unanimously | Pennsylvania House  Republican Caucus](https://www.pahousegop.com/News/38838/Press-Releases/Kerwin-s-Bill-to-Modernize-Milk-Marketing-Law-Passes-House-Unanimously) - PA