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This bill establishes a legislative study committee to examine the current regulations and processes for homestead food production, with the goal of finding a balance between supporting local producers and ensuring consumer safety. The committee will consist of four members—three from the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker and one Senator appointed by the Senate President—who will receive mileage reimbursement for their work. The committee's specific duties include reviewing existing statutes and rules related to recipe and process approvals for non-exempt homestead food producers, studying the current procedures for recipe alterations, and exploring potential statutory amendments that could provide more flexibility for producers while maintaining consumer protections. The committee is required to hold its first meeting within 90 days of the bill's effective date, elect a chairperson, and report its findings and recommendations to key state officials, including the Speaker of the House, Senate President, Governor, and State Library, by November 1, 2025. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

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