Establishes the Kentucky Emergency Volunteer Corps (KEV Corps) to provide trained volunteer support during emergency situations.
The bill establishes the Kentucky Emergency Volunteer Corps (KEV Corps) under the authority of the adjutant general. The KEV Corps will be composed of volunteers in each county, acting locally under the direction of the local emergency management director. Volunteers must meet specific criteria, including being residents of Kentucky between the ages of 18 and 64, having a high school diploma or equivalent, and passing a criminal background check. They must also complete basic training and maintain required certifications.
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