This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule concerning public markets. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on July 25, 2025, which was modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled on September 24, 2025. The new legal language inserted into the current law identifies the specific rule as "61 CSR 11."

The primary purpose of this bill is to formalize the authority of the Department of Agriculture to implement regulations related to public markets, thereby enhancing the governance and operational framework for these markets within the state. The bill reflects a commitment to ensuring that the legislative process is followed in the establishment of rules that impact public markets.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1