This bill aims to modernize the regulations surrounding the sale and labeling of eggs by recodifying existing laws to better reflect contemporary practices in sorting, labeling, and grading. Key provisions include the requirement for all egg producers to adhere to truth-in-labeling standards, which mandate that producers include their name, address, and contact information on egg cartons. Additionally, the bill stipulates that eggs sold must meet United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards for size and grading, while also establishing specific temperature requirements for the storage of shell eggs and nest run eggs.

Notably, the bill introduces an exemption for small-scale producers who sell eggs directly from their residence or farmstand, allowing them to label their eggs without being subject to the more stringent sorting, selling, and grading requirements outlined in the law. Furthermore, the bill repeals RSA 428:29-a, which previously addressed stop sale, use, or removal orders regarding egg sales. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance food safety and consumer transparency while easing regulatory burdens on small egg producers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 428:29-a
As Amended by the House: 428:29-a
Version adopted by both bodies: 428:29-a