This bill amends and reenacts section 64-9-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule concerning raw milk. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on August 15, 2024, which was modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled on December 2, 2024. The new legal language inserted into the current law includes the designation of the rule as 61 CSR 41. The primary purpose of this bill is to provide the necessary authorization for the Department of Agriculture to implement regulations related to raw milk, thereby ensuring compliance with state legislative requirements. The bill reflects the ongoing efforts to regulate agricultural products and enhance food safety standards within West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1