SF487 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Microenterprise home kitchen operation license creation

Related bill: HF1955

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This bill proposes the creation of a licensing system for microenterprise home kitchen operations in the state of Minnesota. It aims to allow individuals to prepare and sell food from their homes under specific conditions geared towards ensuring food safety and public health. The bill outlines requirements for obtaining and renewing licenses, establishes categories of food handlers, sets license fees based on sales volume, and details the hygiene and safety standards that home kitchen operations must meet. Additionally, it specifies training for food handlers and introduces provisions for inspections and regulatory compliance. The funds collected as fees will be managed in a dedicated account for the microenterprise home kitchen operation program, and penalties are outlined for late renewal of licenses and violations of established standards.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 22, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 22, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 22, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development
January 22, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
January 22, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development