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 grades and standards for apples. The rule was initially filed in the State Register on June 24, 2025, and was subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on August 18, 2025.

The primary purpose of this legislation is to establish clear guidelines and standards for apple grading, which will help ensure quality and consistency in the apple market within West Virginia. The bill does not include any deletions or existing legal language changes, as it introduces new provisions to support the Department of Agriculture's regulatory efforts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1