Based on analysis of 3 sections of legislative text.

• Creates a statutory definition of “natural cheese” in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
• Limits use of the labels “natural cheese,” “natural,” and “all‑natural” for cheese products to those meeting the new definition or Secretary‑authorized uses.
• Specifically excludes pasteurized process cheeses, cheese foods, spreads, blended/cold‑pack cheeses, grated American cheese food, and similar products from the definition.
• Incorporates the regulatory definition of “milk” and allows safe non‑milk ingredients permitted by standards of identity.
• Adds a preemption cross‑reference so the federal definition can override inconsistent state labeling laws.
• Gives the Secretary authority to designate additional products as process cheese (and thus excluded).
• Will require manufacturers and labelers to review formulations and labeling for compliance, likely prompting regulatory guidance and enforcement.
• Does not specify an effective date or provide direct funding for enforcement.