A5229

Establishes statutory requirements for cottage food operators in New Jersey.

The bill sets statutory requirements for cottage food operators in New Jersey, including simplifying the application process for a Cottage Food Operator Permit. It mandates the Department of Health to approve or disapprove permit applications within 21 business days, distribute applications in the five most commonly spoken languages, and publish standardized safety protocols. Cottage food operators are limited to an annual income of $100,000 from sales. Recipes for cottage food products are exempt from public disclosure.