The bill amends South Dakota law regarding the labeling and sales requirements for homemade food items. It specifies that food prepared at a residence can be sold if it meets certain labeling criteria, which now includes the common name of the homemade food item, the producer's name and contact information, the date of production, a list of ingredients in descending order, and a disclaimer indicating that the product was made in a residential property exempt from state licensing and inspection. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for how these disclosures must be presented, whether on a label, placard, or online, depending on the method of sale.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that if homemade food items are sold by third-party vendors, they must be displayed separately from non-homemade items, with clear signage indicating their homemade status. It also grants the department the authority to investigate reports of foodborne illness and enforce compliance with the new regulations, including the imposition of civil penalties for violations. The bill aims to ensure consumer safety while promoting the sale of homemade food products.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/30/2025: 34-18-37