January 23, 2017
(NaturalBlaze.com) A bill introduced in the North Dakota House would expand raw milk sales in the state, taking an important step toward nullifying a federal prohibition scheme in effect.
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A coalition of nine representatives and two senators introduced House Bill 1433 (HB1433) on Jan. 16. The legislation would authorize the direct sale of raw milk and raw milk products from a producer to a consumer.
Current North Dakota law prohibits raw milk sales except in the form of herd shares that individuals must purchase, making it difficult for consumers to gain access.
Impact on Federal Prohibition
FDA officials insist that unpasteurized milk poses a health risk because of its susceptibility to contamination from cow manure, a source of E. coli.
“It is the FDA’s position that raw milk should never be consumed,” agency spokeswoman Tamara N. Ward said in November 2011.
