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BOISE A bill promoting youth-run businesses passed the Idaho House of Representatives on Monday.
The “lemonade stand,” or “youth small business freedom” bill, would allow children to run businesses making $10,000 or less to not need permits required by many local municipalities. The bill, introduced by Rep. Ron Nate, R-Rexburg, would also make it so kids do not need to collect sales taxes that go to the state.
Nate told House members he remembers running a punch stand as a child outside of his home with a friend. He’s also seen young neighbors running their own successful business and the joys and skills it brings. Other times, government agencies have shut down such business like a lemonade stand, leaving unpleasant memories.