HB-012
GovernorAuthorising the Agricultural Commodity Inspection Act
Type: Bill
Fiscal Impact: Minimal
Introduced: Apr 19, 2026
Summary
An Act authorising the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to agricultural commodity inspection; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS fiscal prudence and governmental efficiency necessitate the revision of agricultural commodity inspection;
WHEREAS the Commonwealth of Kentucky has a compelling interest in the orderly administration of agricultural commodity inspection;
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the agricultural commodity inspection in the Commonwealth requires responsive and efficient statutory governance. It is the declared policy of this Commonwealth to ensure that the regulatory framework governing said agricultural commodity inspection is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Rulemaking Authority.
Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, any funds appropriated pursuant to this Act shall remain available for expenditure until the conclusion of the fiscal biennium in which they were appropriated, subject to the standard allotment and encumbrance procedures of the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
The Agency is hereby authorised and directed to promulgate administrative regulations in accordance with KRS Chapter 13A to implement the provisions of this Act, including but not limited to regulations establishing application procedures, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements.
SECTION 3. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the agricultural commodity inspection in the Commonwealth requires responsive and efficient statutory governance. It is the declared policy of this Commonwealth to ensure that the regulatory framework governing said agricultural commodity inspection is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 4. Environmental Review.
The Agency shall submit to the Legislative Research Commission and to the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue a detailed annual report setting forth performance metrics, expenditure data, and programme outcomes no later than the first day of December following the close of each fiscal year.
The Agency shall, in consultation with the relevant Interim Joint Committee, undertake a comprehensive review of the programme established by this Act no later than four (4) years following its effective date and shall report findings and any recommended statutory modifications to the General Assembly.
SECTION 5. Definitions.
"Secretary" means the Secretary of the relevant Cabinet as designated in the Executive Branch reorganisation order.
"Agency" means any executive branch department, office, board, bureau, commission, or other instrumentality of the Commonwealth.
"Permit" means any licence, certificate, registration, approval, or other authorisation issued pursuant to this Act or the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder.
SECTION 6. Effective Date.
This Act shall take effect ninety (90) days following its enactment into law.
SECTION 7. Severability.
In the event any provision of this Act, or the application thereof to any person or set of circumstances, is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Act which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Act are declared to be severable.
Legislative Proceedings
42 entriesWith the leave of this chamber, I introduce HB-012 and respectfully request that it be referred to the appropriate committee.
I second the motion to introduce HB-012 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that HB-012 has been referred from initial introduction to open debate in accordance with the standing rules of this chamber.
My constituents have spoken clearly on this matter. HB-012 reflects the will of the people and this chamber should act accordingly, without delay.
This is not a partisan matter. HB-012 represents a commonsense solution that enjoys broad bipartisan support and will advance the public interest.
The committee received substantial testimony on HB-012 and, by a vote of the majority, reports it to the floor for consideration. A minority report has been filed and is available to all members.
Before we proceed to the vote, I urge all members to reflect carefully on the implications of HB-012 for our constituents. The record speaks for itself.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
The Clerk is directed to transmit HB-012, having passed this chamber, to the other chamber for its concurrence.
HB-012, having passed both chambers of the General Assembly, is transmitted to the Governor for signature or other action.
Bill Progress
- Draft
- Debate
- Committee
- Floor Vote
- Other Chamber
- Governor
- Enacted