This bill amends current law to prohibit municipalities from imposing any licenses, restrictions, or exclusions on the production and sale of homestead food products. Specifically, it adds a new paragraph to RSA 147:1, stating that neither municipal governing bodies nor health officers can regulate activities or products that are exempt under RSA 143-A:12 or RSA 143-A:5, VII. This change aims to streamline the process for individuals producing and selling homestead food products by removing local regulatory barriers.

The bill is set to take effect upon its passage, with an approval date of July 02, 2026. The intent behind this legislation is to support local food producers by ensuring that they can operate without unnecessary municipal regulations that could hinder their ability to sell homemade food products.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 147:1
As Amended by the House: 147:1
Version adopted by both bodies: 147:1
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 147:1
SB418 text: 147:1