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Iowa House Bill HF80

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF80

Introduced
1/23/23  
Introduced
1/23/23  

Caption

A bill for an act providing for the issuance of an annual statewide license for a farmers market, including a license fee, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 278, HF 661.)

Impact

If enacted, HF80 will amend Section 137F.6 of Iowa's code, extending the licensing provisions from a countywide basis to a statewide basis. This change will require all farmers markets that fulfill the licensing requirements to have a single license recognized across all counties in Iowa, rather than needing individual licenses for each county where they wish to operate. This should facilitate easier access for customers and more business opportunities for vendors while ensuring food safety standards are maintained.

Summary

House File 80 (HF80) aims to streamline the regulatory process for farmers markets in Iowa by providing for the issuance of a statewide license. Currently, farmers markets that sell unpackaged foods requiring temperature control are subject to various regulations, which can vary by locality. This bill proposes an annual licensing system under the jurisdiction of the Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA), which will impose a $150 fee for each vendor operating within the farmers market. The intention is to simplify compliance for vendors and ensure a consistent regulatory framework across the state.

Contention

While HF80 may simplify operational processes for farmers market vendors, there could be points of contention regarding the implementation of this statewide licensing system. Some stakeholders may argue that a flat fee of $150 per vendor could be burdensome for small or seasonal vendors who operate sporadically throughout the year. Additionally, there may be concerns about the adequacy of oversight from a centralized regulatory authority, especially regarding local variations in community needs or food safety concerns.

Notable points

The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment, highlighting the urgency perceived by its sponsors regarding the regulation of farmers markets. Notable discussions may arise around how this change integrates with existing local regulations and how vendors adapt to a new unified framework for operating their businesses. Overall, HF80 reflects a significant effort to enhance the operational efficiency and safety standards of farmers markets in Iowa.

Latest IA HF80 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA SSB1040

Related A bill for an act providing for the issuance of an annual statewide license for a farmers market, including a license fee, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 134.)

IA SF134

Similar To A bill for an act providing for the issuance of an annual statewide license for a farmers market, including a license fee, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 1040.)

IA HF278

Similar To A bill for an act providing for the issuance of annual statewide licenses for certain establishments offering food for sale, including license fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 80; See HF 661.)

IA HF661

Similar To A bill for an act providing for the issuance of annual statewide licenses for certain establishments offering food for sale, including license fees, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 278, HF 80.) Effective date: 05/11/2023.

Previously Filed As

IA HF278

A bill for an act providing for the issuance of annual statewide licenses for certain establishments offering food for sale, including license fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 80; See HF 661.)

IA SF134

A bill for an act providing for the issuance of an annual statewide license for a farmers market, including a license fee, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 1040.)

IA SSB1040

A bill for an act providing for the issuance of an annual statewide license for a farmers market, including a license fee, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 134.)

IA HF661

A bill for an act providing for the issuance of annual statewide licenses for certain establishments offering food for sale, including license fees, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 278, HF 80.) Effective date: 05/11/2023.

IA HF1006

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(Formerly HF 179, HF 32.)

IA HF2682

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(Formerly HF 2444.)

IA HF179

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(Formerly HF 32; See HF 1006.)

IA HSB80

A bill for an act concerning the licensing and regulation of gambling games, including a moratorium on the issuance of new licenses, providing fees, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(See HF 144.)

IA HF32

A bill for an act providing for the licensing of food processing plants, including certain operations located on the premises of farms or private residences, and providing fees.(See HF 179, HF 1006.)

IA HF999

A bill for an act providing for the marketing of grain by licensed warehouse operators and grain dealers, including by providing for indemnity fees and the indemnification of grain depositors and sellers for losses following the cessation of a license or bankruptcy, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 508, HSB 131.)

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