Exempts lemonade stands operated by persons under sixteen years of age from department of health permitting requirements
This bill exempts children under 16 who operate lemonade stands from needing health department permits. It specifically states that such stands are not considered "temporary food establishments" under health regulations, removing the requirement for permits or inspections. This change directly affects young people running small, informal lemonade stands, making it simpler for them to operate without bureaucratic hurdles. The policy change takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Jim Tedisco
RRepublican/Conservative
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