MontanaText describes farmers' markets, including approved groups of vendors
Farmers and vendors would use a definition that includes farms, farmer-run food stands, and locally approved markets with at least two vendors.
What it does
The text describes farmers' markets as farms, farmer-run food stands, or approved group markets with at least two food vendors selling directly to consumers.
Argument forThe definition could help vendors understand when an organized market with at least two sellers counts as a farmers' market.
Argument againstA market group would need local approval, which could make it harder for vendors to organize a shared place to sell food.
More detail
The text describes a farmers' market as a farm, a farmer-run food stand, or an approved group market with at least two food vendors. The definition covers places that sell products directly to consumers at a physical location. A group market must be approved by the appropriate city or county authority.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
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History
- 2026
- Nov 5(LC) Draft Delivered to RequesterLatest
- Oct 29(LC) Draft Ready for Delivery
- Oct 16(LC) Draft in Assembly
- Oct 14(LC) Draft in Final Drafter Review
- Oct 9(LC) Draft in Input/Proofing
- Oct 6(LC) Draft in Edit
- Oct 5(LC) Draft in Legal Review
- Sep 30(LC) Drafter AssignedIntroduced
Agriculture