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Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XVIII. Public Health § 214.020.Cabinet to adopt administrative regulations and take other action to prevent spread of disease; requirements for administrative regulations

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) When the Cabinet for Health and Family Services determines that an infectious or contagious disease will invade this state, it shall take necessary action and promulgate administrative regulations under KRS Chapter 13A to prevent the introduction or spread of such infectious or contagious disease or diseases within this state.

(2) Any administrative regulation promulgated under the authority of this section shall:

(a) Be in effect no longer than thirty (30) days if the administrative regulation:

1. Places restrictions on the in-person meeting or functioning of the following:

a. Elementary, secondary, or postsecondary educational institutions;

b. Private businesses or non-profit organizations;

c. Political, religious, or social gatherings;

d. Places of worship; or

e. Local governments; or

2. Imposes mandatory quarantine or isolation requirements;

(b) Include the penalty, appeal, and due process rights for violations of the administrative regulation; and

(c) Contain the public hearing and written comment period notice required by KRS 13A.270.

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