MO HB837

Non-hazardous foods sold by religious, charitable, or nonprofit organizations at their events are exempt from state food inspection laws and regulations.

Organizations preparing potentially hazardous food in private homes or unregulated kitchens for public fundraising events must post a clearly visible placard notifying consumers that the food was prepared in an unregulated kitchen.

Organizations must notify the local public health authority in writing at least 14 calendar days before the event, including the organization name, event date/time/location, responsible person's contact information, and a list of foods to be prepared.

The exemption does not apply to food prepared by restaurants, caterers, or other establishments subject to state health department regulation and inspection.

The Department of Health and Senior Services may promulgate rules to exclude foods and practices associated with elevated foodborne illness risk and to limit event frequency and duration.