""We want to basically make it easy for the entrepreneur to succeed and thrive," said state Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, the bill's Republican sponsor."
"Governor Jared Polis called the Tamale Act "kind of the American Dream," highlighting its significance beyond just food sales."
Marina Zardate, a former restaurant owner from Mexico, now sells tamales from home due to safety concerns. Colorado's law prohibits homemade perishable food sales, leading to potential fines. Lawmakers are revisiting the Tamale Act, which aims to support immigrant entrepreneurship and economic liberty. Advocates, including Governor Jared Polis, emphasize the bill's broader implications for food freedom and the American Dream. If passed, Colorado would align with other states easing cottage food regulations.
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