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They’ve got milk, but many California kids can’t tolerate it. Schools can now offer alternatives

A federal law change lets schools offer nondairy beverages instead of milk, but they’re more expensive.

Cali Reporter staff · July 8, 2026
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They’ve got milk, but many California kids can’t tolerate it. Schools can now offer alternatives
They’ve got milk, but many California kids can’t tolerate it. Schools can now offer alternatives

A federal law change lets schools offer nondairy beverages instead of milk, but they’re more expensive. More money became available in the California budget.

Original reporting: CalMatters.

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