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Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · February 3, 2026

To Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)

Introduced January 27, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB487

AN ACT relating to the practice of lactation consultation.

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 314 to define terms; establish the Kentucky Advisory Council of Licensed Lactation Consultants under the Board of Nursing and list the powers and duties of the council; require the board to promulgate administrative regulations relating to licensed lactation consultants; permit the board to require a criminal background investigation of an applicant for a license as a licensed lactation consultant by means of a criminal background check; establish provisions for penalties.

Administrative Regulations and Proceedings Background Checks Boards and Commissions Health and Medical Services Licensing Occupations and Professions Public Health Women

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This bill would create a formal licensing system in Kentucky for lactation consultants, the professionals who help new mothers with breastfeeding. It establishes an advisory council under the Board of Nursing to oversee the field, sets rules for obtaining a license, and allows background checks for applicants. Who it may affect: people seeking lactation consultant services, individuals working or seeking to work as lactation consultants, and new and expectant mothers.

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