This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule concerning select plant-based derivatives and select plant-based derivative products. Specifically, it references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on August 15, 2024, and subsequently modified to address concerns from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on December 3, 2024. The rule in question is identified as 61 CSR 30.

The bill aims to formalize the authority of the Department of Agriculture to regulate these plant-based products, thereby enhancing oversight and potentially fostering the growth of this sector within the state. The legislative process for this rule has already undergone necessary modifications to ensure compliance with legislative standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1