Vermont H0738 proposes to exempt fair stands from licensing fees if they operate for up to three days a year.

Vermont H0738 amends the licensing fees for food service operations, specifically exempting fair stands from fees if they operate for up to three days annually. Currently, fair stands must pay a fee of $125 if operating four or more days per year, or $230 if operating for more than three days. This bill would adjust the fee structure to allow for a fee exemption for shorter operating periods, potentially benefiting small-scale food vendors at fairs. The changes would take effect on July 1, 2026.

Vermont H0738 proposes to exempt fair stands from licensing fees if they operate for up to three days a year.

Vermont H0738 amends the licensing fees for food service operations, specifically exempting fair stands from fees if they operate for up to three days annually. Currently, fair stands must pay a fee of $125 if operating four or more days per year, or $230 if operating for more than three days. This bill would adjust the fee structure to allow for a fee exemption for shorter operating periods, potentially benefiting small-scale food vendors at fairs. The changes would take effect on July 1, 2026.