HB2042 is a bill that revises regulations surrounding cottage food products in Arizona. It allows for the sale of potentially hazardous cottage food products that require time or temperature control for safety, provided they adhere to state and federal laws. The bill sets out specific conditions for the sale and delivery of these products, including online sales notifications and temperature control during transport. It also mandates labeling requirements, defines "home kitchen," and prohibits the use of cottage food products as ingredients in permitted retail food establishments or the inclusion of marijuana.

The bill amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to update terminology, reallocate funds, and introduce new standards for communicable disease control and food safety. It clarifies the definition of "cottage food product," establishes conditions for their sale and delivery, and assigns the Department of Health Services the responsibility for adopting and enforcing consistent rules. Local counties are not obligated to enforce the new cottage food product statutes, but may enter into agreements with DHS to do so. The bill aims to align with federal laws and not interfere with foodborne illness investigations or other regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-136, 36-218, 38-611, 3-525, 36-183.02, 33-2102, 49-104, 36-931, 36-2151
House Engrossed Version: 36-136, 36-218, 38-611, 3-525, 36-183.02, 33-2102, 49-104, 36-931, 36-2151
Chaptered Version: 36-136, 36-218, 38-611, 3-525, 36-183.02, 33-2102, 49-104, 36-931, 36-2151