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Sponsor seeks exemption for dehydrated meat sales; health officials urge caution
Summary
Representative Aaron introduced HB 642 to allow sale of dehydrated meat without a homestead food license. DHHS testified that dehydration of potentially hazardous meats requires process validation and commercial‑grade handling; Farm Bureau urged federal action instead of a state exemption.
Lede: Representative Aaron asked the House Environment and Agriculture Committee to allow the sale of dehydrated meat without a homestead food license; DHHS told lawmakers the change raises food‑safety and traceability concerns and recommended process review and oversight instead of a blanket exemption.
Nut graf: Proponents said the bill would increase market opportunities for small farmers and allow local consumers to buy smaller cuts without shipping animals out to USDA facilities with long waits. State health officials and the Farm Bureau urged care: the department highlighted the need for validated processing parameters and the possible consequences if products are sold…
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