AZ HB2473

Establishes state-level regulation of traveling food vendors as a matter of statewide concern, preempting local county, city, town, or other political subdivision regulation.

Requires traveling food vendors to apply to the Arizona Department of Health Services for a food handler's health certificate using a department-prescribed form.

Mandates that applicants submit a certification fee set by the department with applications for initial certification and recertification.

Authorizes the Department of Health Services to adopt rules necessary to enforce the certification requirements.

Defines "traveling food vendor" as a person who sells food products at fairs and public events at various locations in Arizona on a temporary basis.