This bill amends the Code of West Virginia 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 is "61 CSR 41," which pertains to the regulation of raw milk.

The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that the Department of Agriculture has the authority to implement and enforce regulations related to raw milk, thereby providing a framework for its oversight. This legislative action reflects the state's commitment to regulating agricultural products and ensuring public health and safety in relation to raw milk consumption.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1