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KY HB371
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mitch Whitaker
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AI Summary
- Creates the Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry within the Cabinet for Economic Development to coordinate Kentucky's outdoor industry matters, including resource development, industry promotion, and connections between constituents, businesses, and communities
- The office will make policy recommendations to the Governor and Legislative Research Commission on outdoor recreation industry matters and business issues unique to the sector
- Responsibilities include promoting economic development, conservation, stewardship, education, workforce training, and public health and wellness related to outdoor recreation
- An executive director appointed by the secretary will head the office, with authority to hire staff, contract for services, and expend funds
- Amends KRS 12.020 to formally add the Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry to the organizational structure of the Cabinet for Economic Development
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to outdoor recreation.
State Agencies
Last Action
to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)
1/22/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Development & Workforce Investment1/22/2026
Committee On Committees1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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