HB487

AN ACT relating to the practice of lactation consultation.

Introduced·1/27/26
Bill Text

Establishes regulations for licensed lactation consultants in Kentucky.

This bill creates regulations for licensed lactation consultants in Kentucky, including establishing the Kentucky Advisory Council of Licensed Lactation Consultants. The council advises the Board of Nursing on qualifications, standards, and competency determinations. The board sets licensing requirements, training programs, and disciplinary actions. It also mandates criminal background checks for applicants and prohibits certain individuals from practicing without a license.

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Current
Licensing, Occupations & Administrative Regulations Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 3

House

to Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)

Jan 27

House

introduced in House

Jan 27

House

to Committee on Committees (H)