WA SB5605

Creates a new permit category for microenterprise home kitchen operations allowing individuals to prepare and sell food from their primary residence, with sales capped at 30 meals per day and 90 meals per week

Requires State Board of Health to adopt rules by July 1, 2027, with operators needing certified food protection manager status and food handler permits; local health jurisdictions issue permits and conduct inspections

Prohibits certain high-risk activities including raw milk sales, meat curing, raw shellfish sales, and foods requiring HACCP plans; food must be prepared, cooked, and served same-day with no overnight holding

Establishes microenterprise home kitchens as permitted residential use for zoning purposes, prohibiting cities and counties from banning operations, requiring rezoning, or imposing additional fees beyond health permits

Program expires December 31, 2029, with Department of Health required to submit a legislative report by July 1, 2027; entire act is void without specific funding appropriation by June 30, 2025