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 complies with certain labeling requirements, which include providing 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. The bill also introduces new sections that outline how these disclosures must be presented, whether on a label, placard, or online, and mandates that homemade food sold by third-party vendors be displayed separately from non-homemade items.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the Department of Health retains the authority to investigate reports of foodborne illness and enforce compliance with the new regulations. It allows for civil penalties of up to seventy-five dollars for violations, with a written warning issued prior to any penalties. This legislation aims to ensure consumer safety while promoting the sale of homemade food products.

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