New Temporary Restaurant Rules  

The Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division has amended the administrative rules in Chapter 333, Divisions 12 and 157. The rules implement the provisions of House Bill 2868, passed during the 2011 Oregon Legislative Session, which changes the licensing model for temporary restaurant facilities. House Bill 2868 was a collaborative effort of the temporary restaurant industry and state and local regulatory officials to improve the licensing model by reducing the costs of operating temporary restaurants by industry but still allowing regulatory officials to assure adequate public health protection.

View the new Temporary Restaurant Operational Review document. 

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Common Questions  

• How do I get a food handler card? 
• What are the regulations for catering, mobile carts, and vending operations?
• How can I license my home kitchen? Call the Oregon Department of Agriculture at 503-986-4720.

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Recall and Alert Information 

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is responsible for coordinating response to recalls throughout Oregon at the retail level.  See links below for recall and alert info for products and outbreaks at the federal and state level. 
 
• FDA Site for Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts
• ODA for Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts affecting Oregon 
• Oregon Health Authority Food Safety Alerts