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TX SB1864

TX SB1864
Relating to egg grading and the selling of ungraded eggs; requiring an occupational license.


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Introduced
03/04/2025
In Committee
05/20/2025
Crossed Over
04/24/2025
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to egg grading and the selling of ungraded eggs; requiring an occupational license.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing Texas agriculture law to clarify rules for egg producers selling their own ungraded eggs. Under the new provisions, egg producers can sell up to 400 dozen ungraded eggs per week directly to consumers and to specific types of buyers like small grocery stores, restaurants, and cooperative associations. To sell eggs at wholesale, producers must obtain an "ungraded dealer-wholesaler" license from the state agricultural department. When selling wholesale, producers must label egg cartons with specific information including the word "ungraded", producer's name and address, packing date, and license number. The bill also mandates that wholesale eggs must be refrigerated within 36 hours of collection, stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and handled according to sanitation requirements. Additionally, the bill prevents state agencies and local governments from prohibiting the purchase, resale, or use of these ungraded eggs. The Texas Department of Agriculture is required to develop implementing rules, and the bill will take effect either immediately with a two-thirds legislative vote or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Placed on General State Calendar (on 05/27/2025)

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