The bill amends existing legislation regarding the sale of homemade food in Alaska. It specifies that such sales are limited to personal consumption and must occur at designated locations such as farmers' markets, agricultural fairs, or the producer's home. The bill also clarifies that the sale of homemade food cannot involve interstate commerce or the sale of certain items, including meat products, seafood, controlled substances, and potentially hazardous homemade food in reduced oxygen packaging.
Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "reduced oxygen packaging," which refers to packaging from which oxygen has been removed to maintain product quality or create a vacuum seal. This amendment aims to ensure food safety while allowing for the sale of homemade food products under regulated conditions.
Statutes affected: SB0226A, AM SB 226, introduced 01/26/2026: 17.20.332, 17.20.338