1. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the state department, a local unit of government (as defined in IC 14-22-31.5-1 ), the corporation, or a local health department may not impose any rules, regulations, certifications, or licensing requirements on:

   1. (1) a homestead vendor; or

   2. (2) an owner of a small farm;

      that are not required under federal law.

2. (b) The state department, a local unit of government (as defined in IC 14-22-31.5-1 ), the corporation, or a local health department may investigate complaints against:

   1. (1) a homestead vendor; or

   2. (2) an owner of a small farm;

      regarding a foodborne illness derived from the homestead vendor or the owner of a small farm's food product.

As added by P.L.163-2026, SEC.8.