Beginning in March, street vendors in Sacramento County will need a health and business permit to operate. Should they fail to obtain one, they could face a $250 fine. The Sacramento Board of Supervisors approved the new regulations Tuesday morning in response to growing health and food safety concerns.

As street vendors gain popularity in Sacramento County, health and safety concerns are growing. Ken Casparis with Sacramento County said in the last year they’ve received more than 340 complaints. “We just really want to make sure that everything is safe and that everybody is following the laws,

The proposal comes amid growing concerns over the safety and regulation of street vendors, including food trucks. tents, and carts.

Sacramento County law enforcement will now work with the California Attorney General's Office and Homeland Security in a new task force aimed at combating human trafficking.

Sacramento county law enforcement partner with the California department of justice and homeland security to fight human trafficking crisis in the capital city.