House Bill No. by Representative Coates aims to regulate the production and sale of homemade food in Louisiana. The bill enacts R.S. 40:4.13, which introduces definitions for "homemade food," "non-potentially hazardous food," and "potentially hazardous food." It establishes an exemption from licensing requirements for certain food producers and outlines specific labeling requirements for homemade food, including the preparer's contact information and a statement indicating that the food was produced in a private residence exempt from state licensing and inspection. The bill also mandates that preparers maintain sanitary conditions and prohibits the sale of homemade food containing cannabidiol or tetrahydrocannabinol.

Additionally, the bill repeals R.S. 40:4.9, which previously set income limitations for homemade food producers. It modifies existing regulations by allowing the sale of non-potentially hazardous foods to individuals or retailers for resale and establishes requirements for the delivery of potentially hazardous foods to ensure food safety. The Louisiana Department of Health is granted the authority to enforce these regulations and issue civil penalties for violations, with a maximum penalty of $100. Overall, the bill aims to promote the safe production and sale of homemade food while simplifying the regulatory framework for small food producers.

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HB150 Original: