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KY HB186

KY HB186
AN ACT relating to the donation of food.


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Introduced
01/09/2025
In Committee
03/11/2025
Crossed Over
02/25/2025
Passed
Dead
03/28/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amend KRS 217.127 to define " charitable food donor" as a nonprofit or religious organization that is recognized as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or home-based processor, which produces food for distribution to a homeless shelter or to individuals displaced due to a declared natural disaster; exempt a charitable food donor from the licensing requirements of KRS 217.005 to 217.215 and application of State Plumbing Code requirements; amend KRS 217.218 to conform; amend KRS 411.241 to exempt a nonprofit or religious organization that is recognized as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or a home-based processor from civil or criminal liability arising from the production or donation of food to a homeless shelter or to individuals displaced due to a declared natural disaster.

AI Summary

This bill amends Kentucky state law to create special provisions for charitable food donors, specifically nonprofit or religious organizations recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and home-based processors. The bill defines these "charitable food donors" as entities that produce food solely for free distribution at homeless shelters or to individuals displaced by declared natural disasters. Under the new provisions, such charitable food donors will be exempt from typical food establishment licensing requirements and state plumbing code regulations, provided the donated food is safe and wholesome. The bill also extends legal protections to these charitable food donors, ensuring they cannot be held civilly or criminally liable for the production or donation of food under these specific circumstances. These changes aim to encourage food donation by reducing regulatory barriers and potential legal risks for organizations seeking to help homeless individuals or those affected by natural disasters, while still maintaining basic food safety standards.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

2nd reading, to Rules (on 03/12/2025)

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