This bill mandates the licensing of homestead food operations that process and sell freeze-dried foods, amending RSA 143-A:12, IV. The new legal language specifies that these operations must be licensed under RSA 143-A:4 and defines freeze-dried foods to include fruits, vegetables, and commercially prepared dairy products. Additionally, the bill outlines labeling requirements for homestead food products, which must include the name and contact information of the operation, the product name, ingredients in descending order by weight, and allergy information.

Furthermore, the bill introduces specific labeling statements for products based on their licensing status. Products from exempt homestead food operations must state that they are "exempt from New Hampshire licensing and inspection," while those from licensed operations must indicate that they are "made in a residential food production area licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services." The act is set to take effect 120 days after its passage, with an effective date of November 12, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 143-A:12
As Amended by the House: 143-A:12
Version adopted by both bodies: 143-A:12
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 143-A:12