HB 1901 Summary

• Enacts the "Oklahoma Cottage Food Law" authorizing individuals to produce non-time/temperature-control-for-safety foods in their homes for direct sale to consumers without income limits.

• Defines "cottage food production operation" as individuals operating from their home, producing safe foods (baked goods, jams, jellies, candies, dried mixes, spices, pickles, acidified foods) and selling directly to consumers at farmers markets, roadside stands, and community events—but not to retailers or restaurants.

• Requires the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry to promulgate rules establishing permit requirements, inspection frequency, cleanliness standards, and labeling requirements; permits must display maker's address, contact information, ingredients, and disclosure that product was prepared in a home.

• Sets permit application fee at $175.00 and annual renewal fee at $125.00; authorizes the department to contract with state or private entities for administration.

• Makes it unlawful to sell any food product without proper authorization from state and local authorities; becomes effective November 1, 2013.