Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 639: AN ACT relating to poultry.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 639 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to poultry. Primary sponsor: Josh Bray (Republican), Emily Callaway (Republican), Mark Hart (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 20, 2026): to Agriculture (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Create a new section of KRS 217.005 to 217.215 to define "end consumer"; allow certain USDA-exempted poultry processors to sell to end consumers on a farm, at a farmers market, or at a roadside stand.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Bray | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 71 |
| Emily Callaway | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 37 |
| Mark Hart | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 78 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- to Agriculture (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House