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RI S2506

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Susan Sosnowski

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds pickles and relish to the list of non-refrigerated foods that Rhode Island farmers may produce and sell under the farm home food manufacture program
  • Existing permitted products include jams, jellies, preserves, vinegars, double crust fruit pies, yeast breads, maple syrup, candies, fudges, and dried herbs/spices
  • Farm home food products may be sold at farmers' markets, farmstands, and other farmer-operated retail locations
  • Products must be made from locally grown fruits, vegetables, and/or herbs in registered farm kitchens meeting specific sanitation standards
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Adds pickles and relish to those foods not requiring refrigeration which are permitted to be manufactured and sold as a farm home food product.

Food And Drugs

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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