This bill amends Sections 37-506 and 37-516 of the Idaho Code to update the regulations surrounding the testing of milk and cream. In Section 37-506, the bill specifies that all milk and cream sold in Idaho must be tested based on various quality parameters, including milkfat, protein, lactose, solids nonfat, and somatic cell counts, as well as any other relevant analytes. It also introduces new requirements for sample collection, stating that samples must be taken by an authorized milk hauler and maintained at specific temperatures. Additionally, it allows for testing by buyers, sellers, or the department, and grants the department authority to audit payment compliance for milk and cream.

In Section 37-516, the bill clarifies the definitions of "department" and "director," specifying that the "department" refers to the Idaho State Department of Agriculture and the "director" refers to the director of that department or their designee. The director is given the power to prescribe rules and regulations for the administration of the chapter, subject to legislative approval. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 37-506, 37-516