Bill > A03599

This bill amends the New York Agriculture and Markets Law to create a specific exemption from food processing establishment licensing requirements for certain small-scale syrup and honey processors. Specifically, processors of syrup made from tree sap or honey will be exempt from licensing if they meet two key conditions: they do not purchase syrup from other sources for repackaging, and they do not combine their syrup with other ingredients that could potentially support the growth of infectious or harmful organisms. The exemption applies only if these processors maintain their establishments in a sanitary condition. This modification is designed to reduce regulatory burden on small, local producers of maple syrup and honey who process their own product without significant additional ingredients or external sourcing. The bill maintains existing safety standards by requiring these exempt processors to still maintain sanitary conditions, thus protecting public health while offering regulatory relief to small-scale food producers. The exemption takes effect immediately upon passage of the bill.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3599