SB-015
GovernorImplementing the Mineral Extraction Licensing Act
Type: Bill
Fiscal Impact: None
Introduced: Apr 19, 2026
Summary
An Act implementing the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to mineral extraction licensing; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS the Joint Appropriations Committee has received and reviewed testimony demonstrating the necessity of clarifying mineral extraction licensing;
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 mineral extraction licensing 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 mineral extraction licensing is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Intergovernmental Cooperation.
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 3. Reporting Requirements.
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.
All state agencies and political subdivisions receiving funds appropriated pursuant to this Act are required to maintain adequate financial records, consistent with generally accepted governmental accounting standards, and shall provide access to such records upon written request by the Auditor of Public Accounts.
SECTION 4. Definitions.
"Programme" means the scheme of activities, services, and financial assistance established by this Act and administered by the Agency.
"Permit" means any licence, certificate, registration, approval, or other authorisation issued pursuant to this Act or the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder.
"Commissioner" means the duly appointed and confirmed Commissioner of the relevant Department as established pursuant to KRS Chapter 12.
"Secretary" means the Secretary of the relevant Cabinet as designated in the Executive Branch reorganisation order.
SECTION 5. Effective Date.
This Act shall take effect ninety (90) days following its enactment into law.
SECTION 6. 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
29 entriesWith the leave of this chamber, I introduce SB-015 and respectfully request that it be referred to the appropriate committee.
I second the motion to introduce SB-015 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that SB-015 has been referred from initial introduction to open debate in accordance with the standing rules of this chamber.
The distinguished member who introduced this legislation is to be commended. SB-015 addresses long-standing deficiencies in our statutory framework and will materially benefit the people of this Commonwealth.
The distinguished member who introduced this legislation is to be commended. SB-015 addresses long-standing deficiencies in our statutory framework and will materially benefit the people of this Commonwealth.
Mr. President / Mr. Speaker, the merits of SB-015 speak for themselves. This chamber would be well-served by swift and favourable action on this legislation.
I cannot in good conscience support SB-015 without further committee review of its fiscal implications, which the Legislative Research Commission has not yet had adequate opportunity to assess.
The committee has reviewed SB-015 and recommends its passage, noting that the Agency is directed to develop implementing regulations within 180 days of enactment.
Before we proceed to the vote, I urge all members to reflect carefully on the implications of SB-015 for our constituents. The record speaks for itself.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
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.
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.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
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.
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.
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.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
The Clerk is directed to transmit SB-015, having passed this chamber, to the other chamber for its concurrence.
SB-015, 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