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KY HB487
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Emily Callaway
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AI Summary
- Creates state licensure for lactation consultants in Kentucky, requiring practitioners to hold current International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification to practice for compensation
- Establishes the Kentucky Advisory Council of Licensed Lactation Consultants under the Board of Nursing, consisting of 4 lactation consultants, 1 citizen at large, and 1 non-voting board member liaison
- Authorizes the Board of Nursing to set licensing requirements, training standards, disciplinary provisions, and fees not exceeding $100 for initial licenses, renewals, and endorsements
- Permits criminal background checks via fingerprinting through Kentucky State Police and the FBI for license applicants
- Exempts licensed health care providers already practicing within their scope of practice from the new licensure requirements
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to the practice of lactation consultation.
Licensing
Last Action
to Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Licensing, Occupations & Administrative Regulations2/3/2026
Committee On Committees1/27/2026
Full Bill Text
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