HF2281 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Livestock market agency and dealer licensing provisions modified, farmers' market or community event food sampling and demonstration provisions modified, food certificate payment provisions modified, and obsolete provisions repealed.

Related bill: SF2611

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes amendments to various provisions of Minnesota laws related to agriculture, focusing on livestock market agencies, meat packing companies, licensing requirements, food sampling at farmers markets, and certificate fees for food exports.

Key changes include: 1. Livestock Market Regulations: The bill modifies definitions and licensing provisions for livestock dealers, meat packing companies, and agents representing these entities. 2. Licensing & Bonding: New requirements for obtaining and maintaining surety bonds for livestock market agencies and dealers, with stricter financial responsibility standards. 3. Prohibited Conduct & Enforcement: Expands prohibited activities for livestock businesses, strengthens reporting obligations, and clarifies the commissioner’s enforcement authority. 4. Food Sampling at Farmers Markets: Introduces specific food safety rules, especially for handling raw and cooked animal products at community events. 5. Certificate Payments for Exported Foods: Revises payment deadlines and penalties for certificates required for exporting Minnesota-processed foods. 6. Repealed Statutes: Eliminates outdated provisions related to rabies control in local communities and branded livestock sales.

Overall, the bill aims to modernize regulatory oversight, improve food safety measures, and enhance financial accountability in livestock and food markets.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toAgriculture Finance and Policy
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toAgriculture Finance and Policy