HB 4266
Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to grades and standards for apples.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to create a rule outlining the grades and standards for apples grown in the state. The rule, currently detailed in 61 CSR 08, has been reviewed and modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. This legislation ensures the Department has the authority to establish and enforce these standards for apple production and sale within West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to create a rule.
- The rule addresses grades and standards for apples.
- The rule is based on existing guidelines in 61 CSR 08.
- The rule has undergone review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- The Department of Agriculture is responsible for implementing and enforcing the rule.
Who is affected
- West Virginia apple growers
- Consumers of apples in West Virginia
- The West Virginia Department of Agriculture
Notable changes
- Establishes formal authorization for the Department of Agriculture to create a rule regarding apple grades and standards.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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