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HB 519

Relating to honey production operations and the harvesting and packaging of honey and honeycomb.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mary González and 1 co-sponsor

Texas HB 519 establishes regulatory standards for honey production, harvesting, and packaging to ensure product safety and quality for commercial beekeepers statewide, effective September 1, 2025.

Effective on 9/1/25
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Bill Summary · HB 519

Legislative bill overview

HB 519 establishes regulatory standards for honey production operations in Texas, setting requirements for the harvesting, processing, and packaging of honey and honeycomb products. The bill aims to ensure product safety and quality while defining compliance procedures for commercial honey producers.

Why is this important

Honey is a significant agricultural product in Texas, and standardized regulations protect both consumers from contaminated or misrepresented products and legitimate producers from unfair competition. Clear standards also facilitate interstate commerce by establishing consistent Texas requirements that buyers can rely upon.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance costs: Small-scale beekeepers and hobbyist producers may face increased expenses to meet new harvesting, processing, or packaging standards
  • Regulatory scope: Questions about whether regulations apply equally to all producers or if exemptions exist for certain operation sizes or types
  • Definition clarity: Potential ambiguity in what qualifies as "honey" versus honey blends, and standards for honeycomb purity and handling

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

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