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What is the main reason behind the laws that require kids to obtain permits or licenses to run a lemonade stand?
What is the main reason behind the laws that require kids to obtain permits or licenses to run a lemonade stand?
Why did the 9-year-old boy from Philadelphia not want to share his name for the article?
Why did the 9-year-old boy from Philadelphia not want to share his name for the article?
What is the nickname of the bill introduced by John Hershey?
What is the nickname of the bill introduced by John Hershey?
What happened to the family in Montgomery County, Maryland, that inspired John Hershey to introduce the bill?
What happened to the family in Montgomery County, Maryland, that inspired John Hershey to introduce the bill?
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What is the purpose of John Hershey's bill?
What is the purpose of John Hershey's bill?
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Who signed John Hershey's bill into law on June 30?
Who signed John Hershey's bill into law on June 30?
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What is the outcome of John Hershey's bill being signed into law?
What is the outcome of John Hershey's bill being signed into law?
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What is the main idea behind the laws that require kids to get permits or licenses?
What is the main idea behind the laws that require kids to get permits or licenses?
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What percentage of food in the United States gets wasted?
What percentage of food in the United States gets wasted?
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What is the main benefit of composting, according to Dorcas Franklin?
What is the main benefit of composting, according to Dorcas Franklin?
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What type of material is typically added to a compost pile?
What type of material is typically added to a compost pile?
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Why does K.C. Das believe that big farms need to find solutions for food waste?
Why does K.C. Das believe that big farms need to find solutions for food waste?
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What happens to the material in a compost pile over time?
What happens to the material in a compost pile over time?
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What is the connection between composting and recycling, according to Dorcas Franklin?
What is the connection between composting and recycling, according to Dorcas Franklin?
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Study Notes
Lemonade Stand Laws
- In most states, kids need a permit or license to run a lemonade stand or other short-term business.
- These laws are meant to ensure business owners follow food safety standards and local traffic rules.
- However, applying for permits and licenses costs time and money.
Pennsylvania's Free the Lemonade Stand Bill
- Introduced by state representative John Hershey in February, the bill exempts kids from needing a permit or license for most small, short-term businesses.
- Hershey was inspired by a family in Maryland who was threatened with a $500 fine for allowing kids to run a lemonade stand.
- The bill allows kids to have the opportunity to run a lemonade stand without bureaucratic restrictions.
Law Changes
- Pennsylvania is now supporting lemonade sales by kids, with Governor Tom Wolf signing the bill into law on June 30.
- Several states, including Texas and Iowa, have already made it easier for kids to run lemonade stands.
- More lawmakers are getting on board with supporting young entrepreneurs.
Impact on Kids
- A 9-year-old boy from Philadelphia ran a successful lemonade stand but was initially reluctant to share his name due to concerns about breaking the law.
- The new law in Pennsylvania will allow kids to focus on running their businesses without worrying about permits and licenses.
Composting and its Benefits
- About a third of all food in the United States gets wasted, which is harmful to the planet, hurts communities, and wastes a lot of money.
- Composting can help fix this problem by adding leftover food scraps to a pile or a container, along with leaves and soil, which breaks down over time.
- The resulting compost can be added to soil to grow plants, adding good nutrients to the soil and reducing waste that goes into landfills.
Expert Insights
- Dorcas Franklin, a soil scientist, compares composting to recycling, but for organic materials, which break down faster when composted.
- Composting helps remove greenhouse gases, contributing to a cooler planet.
- K.C. Das, a professor, stresses the importance of putting nutrients back into the soil, ensuring healthy food for future generations.
Importance of Composting
- Composting is not just a individual effort, but big farms must also find solutions for food waste and compost to help the planet.
- Composting at home and in large-scale farming can have a significant impact on reducing waste and promoting a healthier environment.
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Description
Learn about the laws and regulations governing lemonade stands and small businesses, including permits, licenses, and food safety standards. Discover how Pennsylvania's Free the Lemonade Stand Bill aims to make it easier for kids to run their own businesses.
