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Kentucky Senate narrowly approves agritourism bill after floor debate on local control
Summary
SB 45, an agritourism and 'working-animal' protection bill sponsored by Senator Webb and explained on the floor by Senator Carter, passed the Senate 26–12 after debate about whether the measure preempts existing local ordinances and a discussed floor amendment was not adopted.
Senate Bill 45, sponsored in the record by Senator Webb and explained on the floor by Senator Carter, passed the Kentucky Senate on Feb. 12 by a 26–12 vote after extended debate over local control and definitions of covered activities.
Senator Carter told colleagues the bill is intended to protect lawful agritourism and animal-related enterprises — rodeos, petting zoos, pony rides and similar events — from local prohibitions that he said have been enacted in some municipalities. Carter said the measure is not intended to shield…
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