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HB 4153

Relating to farm stores.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dick Anderson and 17 co-sponsors

Oregon HB 4153 modifies farm store regulations; specific provisions require bill text review to assess impact on agricultural businesses and consumer access.

Chapter 123, (2026 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary · HB 4153

Legislative bill overview

HB 4153 is an Oregon bill relating to farm stores, currently in the hearing and work session phase of the legislative process. Without access to the bill's specific text, the exact provisions—whether they concern licensing, operations, sales regulations, or farm-to-consumer direct sales—cannot be determined from the available information.

Why is this important

Farm store regulations affect rural agricultural businesses, consumer access to locally-produced goods, and the viability of direct-to-consumer agricultural sales models. Changes to farm store rules can either support agricultural entrepreneurship or create compliance burdens depending on the bill's specific requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope: Disagreement may exist over what qualifies as a "farm store" and whether regulations apply equally to small operations and larger commercial ventures
  • Regulatory burden: Potential conflict between consumer protection/food safety advocates and farmers concerned about compliance costs and administrative complexity
  • Market impact: Questions about how regulations affect competition between farm-direct sales and traditional retail agricultural products

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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