Washington County - Mobile Food Service Facilities and Semipermanent Food Service Facilities - Toilet and Lavatory Facilities

SB 714 exempts mobile food service facilities (like food trucks) and semipermanent food service facilities (such as temporary setups at events without indoor seating) in Washington County from requiring on-site toilets and lavatories. The bill amends Maryland’s health code to remove this requirement specifically for these facilities operating in Washington County, while maintaining the standard for other food establishments. It defines "semipermanent" facilities as those that don’t need building permits, lack indoor seating, and serve food immediately, excluding routine relocations. The change takes effect October 1, 2026, directly affecting food vendors operating these types of facilities in Washington County.