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Federal Register · December 17, 2025
The title they went with Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Implementation of the Access to Baby Formula Act of 2022 and Related Provisions; Correcting Amendments Noisy translates that to

The US government fixed its baby formula rules, making it easier for states to buy more

What happened
The US Department of Agriculture corrected errors in its rules for the WIC program, which helps low-income women, infants, and children buy food. These corrections make it easier for states to buy more baby formula, especially during shortages.
Why it matters
During the 2022 baby formula shortage, states struggled to buy enough formula for WIC recipients because of outdated rules. These technical corrections mean states can now quickly approve new formula products and suppliers, preventing future supply chain issues from hitting vulnerable families as hard. It shifts some of the burden of supply chain resilience from individual families to the state agencies.
The signal
Watch for how quickly states approve new formula products and suppliers during the next supply chain disruption, and whether WIC recipients report fewer issues finding formula.
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