City of Rockdale, Texas
mobile food vendors \u2014 local operating rules
Texas mobile food vendors are licensed statewide by DSHS under Chapter 437B (effective July 1, 2026). Contact City of Rockdale for any local fire, zoning, or location rules that may apply.
State-issued license (DSHS)
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Check with Rockdale for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Contact this city to confirm
CountyMilam County
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Beginning July 1, 2026, Texas mobile food vendors are licensed by the State of Texas / DSHS under Health & Safety Code Chapter 437B. Local jurisdictions may still enforce local laws that do not conflict with Chapter 437B, such as fire, zoning, parking, location, nuisance, or special-area rules where applicable. This is general information, not legal advice.