Tallow-Based Cosmetics for Home-Based Processors

Kentucky SB73 was signed into law on March 26, 2026, amending KRS 217.015 and KRS 217.136 to allow home-based processors to produce and sell tallow-based cosmetic products. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services will regulate these operations under existing home-based processor registration requirements. The bill passed the Senate 35-3 after a veto override.

Special Needs Trust Definition for State Retirement Benefits

Kentucky SB85 defines 'special needs trust' (SNT) for the State Police Retirement System, Kentucky Employees Retirement System, County Employees Retirement System, Teachers' Retirement System, and Judicial Retirement Plan. The bill allows SNTs to receive lifetime retirement payments when a member dies before retirement and permits beneficiaries of SNTs to be designated as recipients of lifetime retirement benefits.

Animal Health Emergency Declaration and Powers

Kentucky Governor signed SB155 into law, creating statutory authority for the Commissioner of Agriculture to declare animal health emergencies. The bill grants emergency powers including authority to order veterinary services, quarantine livestock and equipment, establish roadblocks with law enforcement assistance, and waive procurement requirements to combat communicable disease spread.

Vehicle Financial Protection Products Regulation

Kentucky SB158 establishes regulatory requirements for vehicle financial protection products under new sections of KRS Chapter 367. The law clarifies that these products are not insurance, requires separate disclosure of charges, and prohibits lenders and dealers from conditioning credit or vehicle sales on purchase of these products. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.

Permit Recording of Open Public Meetings

Idaho H0894 amends the state's open meetings law to explicitly permit recording of open public meetings. The bill passed the House 67-1 and the Senate 33-0, and was signed by the Governor on April 2, 2026, with an effective date of April 1, 2026.

Idaho State Procurement Law Amendments

The Idaho State Legislature passed H0889, comprehensive amendments to state procurement law governing the acquisition of property by the State of Idaho. The bill was signed by the Governor on April 2, 2026, becoming effective April 1, 2026. The legislation passed the House 57-11 and the Senate 21-14, indicating significant debate over the changes.

Sandersville School Building Authority Member Qualification Revisions

The Georgia General Assembly passed HB1599, amending the Sandersville School Building Authority Act to revise member qualification requirements. The bill passed unanimously in both chambers (153-0 House, 49-0 Senate) during the 2025-2026 Regular Session. This local legislation affects the governance structure of the Sandersville School Building Authority.

McDonough Municipal Court Technology Fee Authorization

The Georgia General Assembly passed HB1569, authorizing the City of McDonough to assess and collect a technology fee by its Municipal Court. The bill specifies authorized uses of the technology fee and passed both chambers unanimously on April 2, 2026.

Justin Lachance Pharmacist Emergency Suspension

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy issued an emergency suspension order for pharmacist Justin Eric Lachance following evidence that he posed an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare. The license was suspended on February 18, 2026, after the Board reviewed a verified petition filed by OPLC Enforcement on February 17, 2026. A full adjudicative hearing was held on March 3, 2026, to determine whether the emergency suspension should remain in effect pending a complete investigation into potential controlled substance violations.

15 North Carolina Candidates Pass Uniform CPA Examination

The North Carolina State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners announced that 15 candidates successfully passed the Uniform CPA Examination in February 2026. The Board confirmed that candidates must also satisfy North Carolina's education, professional experience, and moral character requirements in addition to passing the examination. The announcement includes a complete list of successful candidates sorted by last name.