This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding mobile food vendors by prohibiting cities or towns from requiring these vendors to obtain a local regulatory permit or license. Specifically, it would insert language that explicitly states that a mobile food vendor cannot be mandated to secure such permits or licenses at the local level. Additionally, the bill removes existing language that allows cities or towns to require a mobile food vendor to be licensed if the licensing system includes a background check or identification and fingerprinting of the vendor's owner.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that while local governments cannot impose these licensing requirements, counties retain the authority to require mobile food vendors to be licensed or permitted and to collect necessary fees or impose identification requirements for the enforcement of health and safety regulations. This change aims to streamline the regulatory process for mobile food vendors while still allowing counties to maintain oversight for health and safety standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-1761
House Engrossed Version: 9-485.01, 36-1761