Relating to the definition of a cottage food production operation.

SB 2099 defines "cottage food production operations" in Texas as home-based businesses that make specific non-perishable foods like baked goods, jams, candy, nuts, and dried fruits. It limits annual sales to $50,000 or less and requires all sales to be direct to consumers, with no wholesale or retail distribution allowed. The bill specifies allowed food types, such as fruit pies, dehydrated produce, and fermented vegetables, while excluding time-and-temperature control foods. This definition takes effect September 1, 2025, and will guide future regulations for small home food producers.