An Act relative to food truck licensure
This bill establishes a statewide licensing framework for food trucks in Massachusetts. It defines "mobile food establishment" as vehicles like food trucks and designates the Food Protection Program as the sole authority to issue licenses. Key provisions require mobile food businesses to pass fire department inspections in their municipality (based on mailing address) and allow towns to charge operating fees. The law creates standardized rules for these businesses, replacing inconsistent local regulations. This directly affects food truck operators and municipalities managing their operations.
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Marcus Vaughn
RRepublican
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Francisco Paulino
DDemocratic
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Sam Montaño
DDemocratic
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