Operation Stork Speed

​Operation Stork Speed is a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initiative aimed at enhancing the safety, quality, and availability of infant formula. Announced on March 18, 2025, its key actions include initiating the first comprehensive nutrient review since 1998, increasing testing for heavy metals and contaminants, extending personal importation policies, and collaborating with scientific bodies to research health outcomes associated with formula feeding. These measures aim to ensure infants receive safe and nutritious formula, addressing both domestic production standards and international import regulations.