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§226 · Texas Mobile Food Vendors
Compliance April 12, 2026 · 9 min read

Texas Food Truck Commissary Requirements: The Complete 2026 Guide

HB 2844 changed the commissary rules — but didn't eliminate them. Here's what the law actually says, who qualifies for the exemption, and what you need in place by July 1.

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Compliance April 3, 2026

Texas HB 2844: What Every Food Truck Operator Must Know Before July 1, 2026

HB 2844 creates a mandatory statewide DSHS license for all ~19,000 Texas mobile food vendors. The deadline is July 1. Here's what changed, what it costs, and what you need to do right now.

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