An Act to promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs

This bill promotes economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs by amending state laws to exempt home-based food producers from most licensing, inspection, and labeling requirements. It defines cottage food operations as those producing non-perishable items like baked goods and jams in a home kitchen for direct sale to consumers at markets or online. While the bill removes barriers to entry, it maintains consumer protections by requiring clear labels that disclose the product's origin and potential allergens, and it establishes a voluntary registry where operators can pay a fee to receive a personal identification number for their labels.