Welf. & Inst. Code, § 19626 · Article 5. Business Enterprises for the Blind
Welf. & Inst. Code, § 19626
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
A “vending facility” is a location which may sell, at wholesale or retail, foods, beverages, confections, newspapers, periodicals, tobacco products, and other articles or services dispensed automatically or manually and prepared on or off the premises in accordance with applicable health laws.
A “vending facility” may consist, exclusively or in appropriate combination, of automatic vending machines, cafeterias, snackbars, catering or food concession vehicles, cart service, shelters, counters and any appropriate equipment as the director may by regulation prescribe as being necessary for the sale of the articles or services described in the first paragraph of this section.
A “vending facility” may encompass more than one building.
Licensed blind vendors shall not be required to purchase supplies or services from wholesalers who may be licensed under this article.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1316, Sec. 2.
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