Microenterprise home kitchen operation license created, and money appropriated.
HF 1955 creates a new license for home-based food businesses in Minnesota, allowing individuals to legally prepare and sell food from their residences. The bill establishes a "microenterprise home kitchen operation" license, valid annually from January 1 to December 31, requiring the commissioner to issue licenses within 30 days of application. It directly affects small home food entrepreneurs who want to sell prepared foods (like baked goods or meals) without needing a full commercial kitchen license. The license is separate from existing food handler classifications and requires annual renewal, with specific rules for application processing and fees. This change modifies multiple Minnesota statutes to add this new licensing category and appropriates funding for implementation.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 6, 2025
Last action Mar 10, 2025
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