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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 257 to allow the determination and implementation of an on-farm animal health care or animal health production practice to be made solely by a farmer and his or her veterinarian.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new law in Kentucky that allows farmers or livestock owners to solely decide and put into practice their animal health care or animal health production methods, meaning how they care for and manage the health of their animals. While they can choose to consult with a veterinarian, which is a licensed animal doctor, or any other professional, the final decision rests with the farmer. This new law specifically excludes equine animals, such as horses, and does not prevent state or federal officials from performing their official duties related to animal health.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (7)
Ryan Bivens (R)*,
George Brown (D),
Beverly Chester-Burton (D),
Daniel Elliott (R),
Dan Fister (R),
Kim King (R),
Derek Lewis (R),
Last Action
3rd reading, passed 94-0 with Committee Substitute (1) (on 02/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb111.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb111/bill.pdf |
| Vote History for HB111 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb111/vote_history.pdf |
| House Committee Substitute 1 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/HB111/HCS1.pdf |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb111/orig_bill.pdf |
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