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 exempted dairy farms and the processing of milk and milk products. The legislative rule in question was initially filed in the State Register on March 6, 2025, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on August 20, 2025.

The bill specifically grants the Department of Agriculture the authority to implement the rule identified as 61 CSR 40, which pertains to the regulation of exempted dairy farms and the processing of milk and milk products. This legislative action aims to streamline the regulatory framework for dairy operations in West Virginia, ensuring compliance with state standards while supporting the agricultural sector.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1