SB464

Senate Bill 464 amends Arkansas law to expand the legal framework for the sale of raw milk and raw milk products. It permits the sale of these products at locations beyond the farm of origin, including farmers' markets and natural food stores, and allows for off-site delivery. The bill defines raw milk and raw milk products and sets specific labeling requirements, including a mandatory warning regarding the lack of pasteurization and state inspection. Sellers are required to maintain strict temperature controls for raw milk products and must obtain a signed acknowledgment of risk from the consumer. The bill also includes an emergency clause, enabling these provisions to take effect immediately upon approval to support producers during peak production periods. These changes aim to provide greater market access for small-scale dairy farmers while shifting liability for potential health risks to the consumer.