This bill amends current law to permit the sale of uninspected bison, red deer, and elk meat by allowing retailers to purchase these products directly from producers. A new section, RSA 143-A:20-a, is added, which outlines the requirements for retailers, including the need to label the meat appropriately and maintain purchase records for at least 90 days. The labeling must include a statement indicating that the product was slaughtered at the farm and is exempt from state and federal inspection.
Additionally, the bill removes the previously scheduled repeal of the provisions governing the sale of uninspected bison, red deer, and elk meat, ensuring that these regulations remain in effect. The language in the bill specifies that the sections related to this act will not take effect on July 1, 2025, as previously planned, but will instead take effect on June 30, 2025.