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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the licensing of home kitchens. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote economic opportunity by licensing and regulating home kitchens in Massachusetts. It prohibits local health and zoning boards from establishing rules or regulations for home kitchen operations, and defines the requirements for a "home kitchen operation," including licensing, food safety regulations, and the ability to sell directly to consumers online or through third-party delivery services. The bill also requires the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to establish a registry for licensed home kitchen operations and online food marketplaces selling their products.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2153 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2153.pdf |
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