Indiana HB 1424 Indiana ● 2026 Bills
Cottage Food Bill
Allows “homestead vendors” and small farms to sell almost all types of products (including perishable meat products if the producer raises the meat themselves).
Applies to small farms and homestead vendors who sell less than $1,500,000 of food products and crops per year.
Allows products to be sold directly from the property/farm and at farmers markets.
Allows direct delivery and in-state shipping if the homestead vendor or farm owner takes a food safety training course.
Creates labeling requirements.
Prevents government agencies from regulating these businesses.
Bill Dates
- Started
- January 2026
- Passed
- March 2026
- Effective
- July 2026
