Code of Massachusetts Regulations 331 CMR - BUREAU OF MILK MARKETING
The 331 CMR (Code of Massachusetts Regulations) Title 331 CMR pertains to the Bureau of Milk Marketing, which was previously responsible for overseeing milk pricing, marketing, and distribution within Massachusetts. However, as of the latest available information, the Bureau of Milk Marketing has been dissolved, and its functions have been transferred to the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR).(regulations.justia.com)
📚 Overview of 331 CMR
Historically, 331 CMR included several parts:
331 CMR 1.00 – Reserved
331 CMR 2.00 – Rescinded
331 CMR 3.00 – Reserved
331 CMR 4.00 – Rescinded
331 CMR 5.00 – Reserved
331 CMR 6.00 – Rescinded
331 CMR 7.00 – Rescinded
331 CMR 8.00 – Rescinded(law.cornell.edu)
These regulations were established under the authority of Massachusetts General Laws chapters 20, section 9, and 94A, as well as the Federal Register Vol. 43, No. 208, dated October 26, 1978. However, as of March 14, 2025, these regulations have been rescinded, and the Bureau of Milk Marketing has been dissolved. (regulations.justia.com)
🧾 Current Oversight by MDAR
Currently, the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) oversees dairy-related regulations. Specifically, 330 CMR 28.00 governs the quality and safety of milk and milk products consumed in Massachusetts. This regulation establishes administrative and enforcement procedures for the inspection of milk plants and out-of-state pasteurization plants, as well as the permitting of receiving stations, transfer stations, and out-of-state pasteurization plants. (mass.gov)
🔗 Accessing the Regulations
For the most current regulations and information on dairy oversight in Massachusetts, you can visit the MDAR's official website:
Additionally, you can access the 330 CMR 28.00 regulation directly here:(mass.gov)
👉 330 CMR 28.00: Milk and Milk Products
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