Bill > HB86

This bill amends Kentucky's milk regulations to allow the sale of unpasteurized milk (also known as raw milk) directly to consumers, despite previous restrictions. The legislation modifies three existing statutes to clarify that local governments cannot impose additional regulations or fees on milk sales, including unpasteurized milk, and explicitly states that the sale of raw milk to consumers cannot be prohibited. The bill requires the state secretary to maintain regulations for milk production, transportation, processing, and sale, but removes previous language specifically restricting unpasteurized goat milk sales. By repealing KRS 217C.090, which previously governed unpasteurized goat milk, the bill effectively opens the door for broader raw milk sales across the state. This change represents a significant shift in Kentucky's milk regulations, potentially giving consumers more direct access to unprocessed milk while maintaining state oversight of milk production and safety standards.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb86.html