HB 6270 Summary

• Removes "home bakery" from the definition of "bakery" under Section 21a-151, effective October 1, 2015.
• Authorizes preparation of food in private residential dwellings for sale for human consumption, subject to regulations.
• Directs the Commissioner of Consumer Protection, in consultation with the Commissioner of Public Health, to adopt regulations governing home food preparation for sale.
• Effective date: October 1, 2015.
• Stated purpose is to encourage local food production and small business income by removing restrictions on home-based bakeries.