Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XVII. Economic Security and Public Welfare § 197.525.Regulatory authority of department

(1) In any provision of KRS 197.505 to 197.525 which requires the private provider or adult correctional facility to establish or implement a policy or procedure governing a particular activity or duty, the department shall first approve the policy or procedure before it shall become effective.

(2) Consistent with the provisions of KRS 197.505 to 197.525, the department shall promulgate administrative regulations governing the standards, operation, and management of adult correctional facilities which may be contracted for pursuant to KRS 197.505.