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TOURISM, ARTS AND HERITAGE CABINET
Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
(Amendment)
301 KAR 2:082.Transportation and holding of live exotic wildlife.
Section 1.
Definition. "Exotic wildlife" means wildlife species that have never naturally existed in the wild in Kentucky, including species introduced by man that have become naturalized.Section 2.
Transportation Permits and Certificates of Veterinary Inspection.(1)
Unless otherwise exempted or prohibited by this or another administrative regulation, a person shall apply for and obtain a valid transportation permit or permit authorization number from the department for all shipments of exotic wildlife prior to:(a)
Receiving a shipment of wildlife from outside of Kentucky;(b)
Importing exotic wildlife into Kentucky; or(c)
Transporting exotic wildlife into Kentucky.(2)
A copy of a valid transportation permit or permit authorization number shall accompany all shipments of wildlife into Kentucky.(3)
An individual transportation permit shall be valid for one (1) shipment of wildlife.(4)
An annual transportation permit shall be valid for multiple wildlife shipments for one (1) year from the date of issue.(5)
All shipments of wildlife, except for amphibians and reptiles, shall be accompanied by a:(a)
Certificate of veterinary inspection stating that the wildlife is free from symptoms of disease; or(b)
Federal quarantine certificate.Section 3.
Applying for Permits.(1)
A person shall apply for a transportation permit by completing the online application process at fw.ky.gov, or by submitting the necessary forms:(a)
For an individual transportation permit, an applicant shall submit a completed Individual Transportation Permit Application form; or(b)
For an annual transportation permit, an applicant shall submit a completed Annual Transportation Permit Application form.(2)
A permit holder shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age.(3)
An applicant shall submit a completed application established in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section along with the applicable fee as referenced at https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Pages/Fees.aspx and established in 301 KAR 5:022(4)
An annual transportation permit holder shall submit a revised Annual Transportation Permit Application to the department by mail to the address listed on the Annual Transportation Permit Application or by email at FWpermits@ky.gov for any amendments to the original application and shall not ship wildlife until a revised permit is issued by the department.(5)
A person importing, transporting, or possessing exotic wildlife shall be responsible for following all applicable federal and state laws and local ordinances regarding wildlife.(6)
A person with a valid falconry permit, as established in 301 KAR 2:195, shall not be required to possess a transportation permit for raptors held under the falconry permit.(7)
An applicant possessing, importing, or transporting into Kentucky from outside the state any federally protected migratory bird species, shall possess, and provide to the department, a valid United States Fish and Wildlife Service permit, except for persons or entities that meet the conditions listed in 50 C.F.R. 21.12 (a) and (b), 50 C.F.R. 21.13, and 50 C.F.R. 21.14.(8)
Federally endangered exotic species shall not be imported, transported into Kentucky, or possessed, except the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources may allow importation, transportation, or possession of any exotic endangered species of wildlife pursuant to KRS 150.183 and 301 KAR 3:061.Section 4.
Prohibited Species.(1)
Except as established in Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person shall not import, transport into Kentucky, or possess the following exotic wildlife that are considered potentially injurious to native ecosystems:(a)
Baya weaver (Ploceus philippinus);(b)
Blackbirds (Genus Agelaius), except native species;(c)
Cape sparrow (Passer melanurus);(d)
Cowbirds (Genus Molothrus), except native species;(e)
Cuckoo (Family Cuculidae), except native species;(f)
Dioch or red-billed quelea (Quelea quelea);(g)
European blackbird (Turdus merula);(h)
Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris);(i)
Flying fox or fruit bat (Genus Pteropus);(j)
Fox (Genus Cerdocyon, Genus Lycalopex, Genus Otocyon, Genus Urocyon, and Genus Vulpes);(k)
Gambian giant pouched rat (Cricetomys gambianus);(l)
Giant, marine, or cane toad (Rhinella marina);(m)
Hawaiian rice bird or spotted munia (Lonchura punctulata);[(n)
Java sparrow (Padda oryzivora);(o)
Madagascar weaver (Foudia madagascariensis);(p)
Mistle thrush (Turdus viscivorus);(q)
Monk or Quaker parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus);(r)
Multimammate rat (Genus Mastomys);(s)
Mute swan (Cygnus olor);(t)
Nutria (Myocastor coypus);(u)
Prairie dog (Cynomys spp.);(v)
Raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides);[(w)
Sky lark (Alauda arvensis);(x)
Song thrush (Turdus philomelus);(y)
Starling (Family Sturnidae), including pink starlings or rosy pastors (Sturnus roseus), except for Indian Hill mynahs (Gracula religiosa);(z)
Suricate or slender-tailed meerkat (Genus Suricata);(aa)
Tongueless or African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis);(bb)
Weaver finch (Genus Passer), except Passer domesticus;(cc)
White eyes (Genus Zosterops);(dd)
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) that morphologically resembles wild European rabbits;(ee)
Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella); or(ff)
A member of the following families:1.
Suidae (pigs or hogs), except for domestic swine;2.
Viverridae (civets, genets, lingsangs, mongooses and fossas); or3.
Tayassuidae (peccaries and javelinas).(2)
Except as established in Sections 5 and 6 of this administrative regulation, a person shall not import, transport, or possess the following inherently dangerous exotic wildlife:(a)
Alligators or caimans (Family Alligatoridae);(b)
African buffalo (Syncerus caffer);(c)
Bears (Family Ursidae);(d)
Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus);(e)
Clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa);(f)
Crocodiles (Family Crocodylidae);(g)
Elephants (Family Elephantidae);(h)
Gavials (Family Gavialidae);(i)
Gila monsters or beaded lizards (Family Helodermatidae);(j)
Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius);(k)
Honey badger or ratel (Mellivora capensis);(l)
Hyenas (Family Hyaenidae), including all species except aardwolves (Proteles cristatus);(m)
Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis);(n)
Lions, jaguars, leopards, or tigers (Genus Panthera);(o)
Lynx (Genus Lynx);(p)
Old world badger (Meles meles);(q)
Primates, nonhuman (Order Primates);(r)
Rhinoceroses (Family Rhinocerotidae);(s)
Snow leopard (Uncia uncia);(t)
Venomous exotic snakes of the families Viperidae, Atractaspididae, Elapidae, Hydrophidae, and Colubridae, except for hognose snakes (Genus Heterodon);(u)
Wolverine (Gulo gulo); or(v)
Hybrids of a species listed in this subsection.(3)
Except as established in subsection (1) of this section and Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person may possess, but shall not import into or transport through Kentucky wild rabbits, hares, or pikas (Order Lagomorpha).Section 5.
Exemptions.(1)
A facility that is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums shall:(a)
Not be required to obtain a transportation permit for exotic wildlife;(b)
Be allowed to import, possess, and transport into Kentucky federally endangered species and the prohibited exotic species listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation for official zoo activities; and(c)
Maintain prohibited exotic species in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public.(2)
Commissioner's exemption.(a)
Upon written request, the commissioner shall consider an exemption for importation, transportation into Kentucky, or possession of the prohibited species listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation.(b)
The commissioner shall only grant exemptions that promote and further the purposes of KRS Chapter 150.(c)
Only the following entities shall be eligible for an exemption by the commissioner:1.
A facility that is designated as the official zoo of a municipality;2.
A college or university conducting research or education that fulfills a classroom requirement;3.
A lawfully operated circus only importing or possessing inherently dangerous exotic wildlife species that are not federally endangered, as listed in the Endangered and Threatened Species Act list, 50 C.F.R. 17.11;4.
A facility previously granted an exemption by the commissioner for the purpose of housing confiscated wildlife and serving as an animal holding facility as a service to the department; and5.
A facility previously granted a commissioner's exemption, as a licensed or accredited institute of education or research, that houses prohibited species at a permanent wildlife facility for educational or research purposes.Section 6.
Prohibited Species Requirements.(1)
Prohibited exotic species imported, transported into Kentucky, or possessed shall be maintained within an enclosure sufficient to prevent:(a)
Escape; and(b)
Direct contact with the public.(2)
A person shall obtain a valid transportation permit to temporarily transport into Kentucky a prohibited animal listed in Section 4(2) of this administrative regulation and shall not:(a)
Remain in Kentucky in excess of forty-eight (48) hours;(b)
Stop in Kentucky for exhibition purposes; or(c)
Sell, trade, gift, barter, offer for sale, trade, gift, barter, or profit in any way from a prohibited animal while in Kentucky.(3)
Except for Lynx, a person who legally possessed wildlife listed in Section 4(2) of this administrative regulation prior to July 13, 2005, may continue to possess the animal through the life of the animal and shall maintain:(a)
Veterinary records;(b)
Acquisition papers for the animal; or(c)
Any other evidence that establishes that the person possessed the animal in Kentucky prior to July 13, 2005.(4)
Lynx legally held in Kentucky prior to December 1, 2021, may be allowed to remain in possession of the owner through the life of the animal. The owner shall maintain:(a)
Veterinary records;(b)
Acquisition papers for the animal; or(c)
Any other evidence that establishes that the person legally possessed the animal in Kentucky prior to December 1, 2021.(5)
Without an exemption pursuant to Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person who legally possesses wildlife pursuant to subsection (3) or (4) of this section shall not:(a)
Replace the wildlife after its death;(b)
Allow the wildlife to reproduce; or(c)
Transfer wildlife to other persons, except if the owner predeceases the animal, the animal may be transferred to another person with the approval of the department's Wildlife Division Director.(6)
If exotic wildlife listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation escapes, the owner shall immediately contact local emergency services and the department at 800-252-5378 to report the escape.(7)
All bites, as established in KRS 258.065, or contact with applicable exotic animals that results in possible exposure to disease or zoonotic infection, shall be reported to the local county health department within twelve (12) hours.(8)
If an exotic mammal bites a person or a mammal shows symptoms of a rabies infection, the owner of the animal shall arrange for the animal to be killed in a manner as to preserve the brain intact, and the animal's head shall be submitted for testing immediately to a laboratory approved by the Secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to be tested for rabies, as established in 902 KAR 2:070, Section 5 and KRS 258.085(1)(c).Section 7.
Permit-exempt Animals. The following exotic animals shall not require permits from the department for importation, transportation into Kentucky, or possession:(1)
Alpaca (Vicugna pacos);(2)
American bison (Bison bison);(3)
Breeds and varieties of goats derived from the wild goat or bezoar (Capra hircus);(4)
Camel (Camelus bactrianus and Camelus dromedarius);(5)
Canary (Serinius canaria);(6)
Chinchilla (Chinchilla laniger);(7)
Cockatoo and cockatiel (family Cacatuidae);(8)
Domesticated races of ducks and geese (family Anatidae) morphologically distinguishable from wild ducks or geese;(9)
Domesticated races of the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) morphologically distinguishable from wild European rabbits;(10)
Domesticated races of mink (Mustela vison), if:(a)
Adults are heavier than 1.15 kilograms; or(b)
The fur color can be distinguished from wild mink;(11)
Domesticated races of rats (Rattus norvegicus or Rattus rattus) or mice (Mus musculus);(12)
Domesticated races of turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) recognized by the American Poultry Association and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but shall not include captive held or bred wild turkeys;(13)
Domestic yak (Bos grunniens);(14)
Gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus);(15)
Guinea fowl (Numida meleagris);(16)
Guinea pig (Cavia porcellus);(17)
Hamster (Mesocricetus spp.);(18)
Indian Hill mynah (Gracula religiosa);(19)
Llama (Lama glama);(20)
Parrot, lovebird, budgerigar, macaw, parakeet (except monk parakeet, M. monachus) (families Psittacidae, Psittaculidae, and Psittrichasiidae);(21)
Peafowl (Pavo cristatus);(22)
Pigeon (Columba domestica or Columba livia) or domesticated races of pigeons;(23)
Ratite, as defined by KRS 247.870; and(24)
Toucan (family Rhamphastidae).Section 8.
Release. With the exception of pheasants and chukars, a person shall not release exotic wildlife into the wild.Section 9.
Inspections and Access.(1)
A person in possession of exotic wildlife, pursuant to a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, shall allow a game warden to inspect the holding facilities at any reasonable time to carry out the purposes of this administrative regulation.(2)
A transportation permit or commissioner's exemption holder shall allow any department employee, accompanied by a game warden, to access the holding facilities at any reasonable time to carry out the purposes of this administrative regulation.Section 10.
Permit Denial and Revocation.(1)
Denial. The department shall deny the issuance of a new permit, or deny a renewal of an existing or lapsed permit, and may confiscate wildlife from a person who:(a)
Is convicted of a violation of any provisions of:1.
KRS Chapter 150;2.
301 KAR Chapters 1 through 5; or3.
Any federal statute or regulation related to hunting, fishing, or wildlife;(b)
Provides false information on a transportation permit application, certificate of veterinary inspection, federal quarantine certificate, request for commissioner's exemption, federal permits, reports, or records;(c)
Acquires wildlife prior to receiving a transportation permit, commissioner's exemption, or certificate of veterinary inspection, except as established in Sections 2(5), 3(7), 5(1), and 7 of this administrative regulation; or(d)
Fails to comply with any provision of this administrative regulation, 301 KAR 2:041, 301 KAR 2:081, 301 KAR 2:084, 301 KAR 2:195, 301 KAR 2:230, 301 KAR 2:251, 301 KAR 3:061, 302 KAR 20:020, 302 KAR 20:040, 50 C.F.R. 17, 50 C.F.R. 21, 18 U.S.C. 42 - 43, or 16 U.S.C. 3371 - 3378.(2)
Revocations.(a)
The department shall revoke a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, and may confiscate wildlife, of a person who:1.
Is convicted of a violation of any provisions of:a.
KRS Chapter 150;b.
301 KAR Chapters 1 through 5; orc.
Any federal statute or regulation related to hunting, fishing, or wildlife;2.
Provides false information on a transportation permit application, certificate of veterinary inspection, federal quarantine certificate, request for commissioner's exemption, federal permits, reports, or records;3.
Acquires wildlife prior to receiving a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, except as established in Sections 3(7) and 5(1) of this administrative regulation; or4.
Fails to comply with any provision of this administrative regulation, 301 KAR 2:041, 301 KAR 2:081, 301 KAR 2:084, 301 KAR 2:195, 301 KAR 2:230, 301 KAR 2:251, 301 KAR 3:061, 302 KAR 20:020, 302 KAR 20:040, 50 C.F.R. 17, 50 C.F.R. 21, 18 U.S.C. 42-43, or 16 U.S.C. 3371-3378.(b)
A fee shall not be refunded for a permit that is revoked.(3)
Denial period. An applicant for a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption whose permit or commissioner's exemption has been revoked or denied for the grounds established in this section shall be ineligible to reapply, and all applications and commissioner's exemption requests shall be denied for:(a)
The initial denial period, for one (1) year;(b)
A second denial period, for three (3) years; and(c)
A third or subsequent denial period, for five (5) years.(4)
Commissioner's exemption.(a)
A commissioner's exemption shall be revoked for:1.
Failure to maintain wildlife in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public;2.
Failure to abide by the provisions established in an exemption letter or this administrative regulation; or3.
Any other reason necessary to protect public health, public safety, native ecosystems, or native wildlife.(b)
If an exemption is terminated, all prohibited species shall be immediately placed in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public and removed from the state within forty-eight (48) hours.(5)
Confiscated wildlife.(a)
All captive wildlife may be confiscated if a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption is revoked or denied, or if a person imports, transports into Kentucky, or possesses exotic wildlife without a valid transportation permit, commissioner's exemption, or certificate of veterinary inspection, except as established in Sections 2(5), 3(7), 5(1), and 7 of this administrative regulation.(b)
Wildlife that is confiscated, as established in this section, shall not be returned to the person, entity, or facility from which the wildlife was confiscated.(c)
Confiscated wildlife shall be euthanized if:1.
It is necessary to protect public safety, property, or wild or domesticated animals;2.
It is necessary to protect native ecosystems;3.
The wildlife is suffering from injury or illness; or4.
A facility legally capable and properly equipped to hold the wildlife is not readily available or economically feasible.Section 11.
Administrative Hearings.(1)
An individual whose permit has been denied or revoked may request an administrative hearing pursuant to KRS Chapter 13B.(2)
A request for a hearing shall be in writing and postmarked or delivered in person to the department no later than thirty (30) days after notification of the denial or the revocation.(3)
Upon receipt of the request for a hearing, the department shall proceed according to the provisions of KRS Chapter 13B.(4)
The hearing officer's recommended order shall be considered by the commissioner, and the commissioner shall issue a final order, pursuant to KRS Chapter 13B.Section 12.
Incorporation by Reference.(1)
The following material is incorporated by reference:(a)
"Annual Transportation Permit Application", 2025(b)
"Individual Transportation Permit Application", 2025(2)
This material may be inspected, copied, or obtained, subject to applicable copyright law, at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, #1 Sportsman's Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or online at:(a)
https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Documents/Annual-Trans-Permit-App.pdf(b)
https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Documents/Individual-Trans-Permit-App.pdfApproved by the Fish and Wildlife Commission
RICH STORM, Commissioner
APPROVED BY AGENCY: June 27, 2025
FILED WITH LRC: June 27, 2025 at 2:45 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMENT PERIOD: A public hearing on this administrative regulation shall be held on September 30, 2025, at 3:30 pm, at KDFWR Administration Building, 1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601. Individuals interested in being heard at this hearing shall notify this agency in writing by five workdays prior to the hearing, of their intent to attend. If no notification of intent to attend the hearing was received by that date, the hearing may be cancelled. A transcript of the public hearing will not be made unless a written request for a transcript is made. If you do not wish to be heard at the public hearing, you may submit written comments on the proposed administrative regulation. Written comments shall be accepted through September 30, 2025. Send written notification of intent to be heard at the public hearing or written comments on the proposed administrative regulation to the contact person.
CONTACT PERSON: Jenny Gilbert, Legislative Liaison, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, 1 Sportsman’s Lane, phone (502) 564-3400, fax (502) 564-0506, email fwpubliccomments@ky.gov.
REGULATORY IMPACT ANALYSIS AND TIERING STATEMENT
Contact Person:
Jenny Gilbert
(1) Provide a brief summary of:
(a) What this administrative regulation does:
This administrative regulation establishes requirements for importation, transportation, and possession of exotic wildlife.
(b) The necessity of this administrative regulation:
This administrative regulation is necessary to provide a defined process for the holding and transportation of live exotic wildlife. These processes are necessary to provide for the protection of our native ecosystem, health and welfare of native wildlife from disease, and the safety of Kentucky citizens.
(c) How this administrative regulation conforms to the content of the authorizing statutes:
KRS 65.877 authorizes local governments to regulate or prohibit inherently dangerous wildlife as identified by the department and requires the department to establish procedures for denying or issuing a transportation permit. KRS 150.025(1) authorizes the department to regulate the buying, selling, or transporting of wildlife. KRS 150.090 authorizes the department to appoint game wardens charged with the enforcement of this chapter. KRS 150.105 authorizes the department to destroy or bring under control any wildlife causing damage to persons, property or other animals spreading disease and which should be eliminated to prevent further damage. KRS 150.180(6) authorizes the department to regulate the importation of wildlife into Kentucky. KRS 150.280 requires the department to promulgate administrative regulations establishing procedures for the holding of protected wildlife.
(d) How this administrative regulation currently assists or will assist in the effective administration of the statutes:
This regulation sets forth the requirements for applying for and receiving transportation permits and commissioner’s exemptions to possess, import, and transport through Kentucky from outside the state live exotic wildlife.
(2) If this is an amendment to an existing administrative regulation, provide a brief summary of:
(a) How the amendment will change this existing administrative regulation:
This amendment removes any reference to fees and replaces them with a reference to the fee regulation, 301 KAR 5:022, and similarly updates any applicable material incorporated by reference.
(b) The necessity of the amendment to this administrative regulation:
This amendment is necessary to allow future fee changes to be promulgated in 301 KAR 5:022 without the need for promulgating matching amendments to this regulation.
(c) How the amendment conforms to the content of the authorizing statutes:
KRS 150.025(1) grants authority for the department to promulgate regulations necessary to carry out the purposes of KRS Chapter 150. KRS 150.175 sets out licenses and tags to be sold by the department. KRS 150.195 requires the department to establish administrative regulations to provide for the control, design, issuance, distribution, and other matters related to licenses and permits issued by the department.
(d) How the amendment will assist in the effective administration of the statutes:
This amendment will consolidate any associated fees into a single fee regulation, 301 KAR 5:022.
(3) List the type and number of individuals, businesses, organizations, or state and local governments affected by this administrative regulation:
All individuals who which to obtain the associated license or permit.
(4) Provide an analysis of how the entities identified in question (3) will be impacted by either the implementation of this administrative regulation, if new, or by the change, if it is an amendment, including:
(a) List the actions that each of the regulated entities identified in question (3) will have to take to comply with this administrative regulation or amendment:
No action will be required to comply with the amendments, however, the individuals would need to look to 301 KAR 5:022 for the regulation which establishes the cost of the associated license or permit.
(b) In complying with this administrative regulation or amendment, how much will it cost each of the entities identified in question (3):
There will be no cost to comply with the amendments to this regulation.
(c) As a result of compliance, what benefits will accrue to the entities identified in question (3):
Compliance with these amendments will allow individuals to obtain the associated license or permit.
(5) Provide an estimate of how much it will cost the administrative body to implement this administrative regulation:
(a) Initially:
There will be no cost to implement these regulatory amendments initially.
(b) On a continuing basis:
There will be no continuing costs to implement these amendments.
(6) What is the source of the funding to be used for the implementation and enforcement of this administrative regulation:
The Fish and Game Fund
(7) Provide an assessment of whether an increase in fees or funding will be necessary to implement this administrative regulation, if new, or by the change if it is an amendment:
There will be no increase in fees or funding necessary to implement these changes.
(8) State whether or not this administrative regulation establishes any fees or directly or indirectly increases any fees:
This administrative regulation does not establish any fees or directly or indirectly increase any fees. Any associated fees are addressed in 301 KAR 5:022.
(9) TIERING: Is tiering applied?
No. Tiering is not applied because all permit holders are treated the equally.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
(1) Identify each state statute, federal statute, or federal regulation that requires or authorizes the action taken by the administrative regulation:
KRS 65.877 authorizes local governments to regulate or prohibit inherently dangerous wildlife as identified by the department and requires the department to establish procedures for denying or issuing a transportation permit. KRS 150.025(1) authorizes the department to regulate the buying, selling, or transporting of wildlife. KRS 150.090 authorizes the department to appoint game wardens charged with the enforcement of this chapter. KRS 150.105 authorizes the department to destroy or bring under control any wildlife causing damage to persons, property or other animals spreading disease and which should be eliminated to prevent further damage. KRS 150.180(6) authorizes the department to regulate the importation of wildlife into Kentucky. KRS 150.280 requires the department to promulgate administrative regulations establishing procedures for the holding of protected wildlife.
(2) State whether this administrative regulation is expressly authorized by an act of the General Assembly, and if so, identify the act:
This amendment is not expressly authorized by an act of the General Assembly but is promulgated pursuant to KRS 150.025 and 150.195.
(3)(a) Identify the promulgating agency and any other affected state units, parts, or divisions:
The promulgating agency is the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. No other state agencies are affected.
(b) Estimate the following for each affected state unit, part, or division identified in (3)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any additional expenditures for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any additional expenditures for the department.
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any change in revenues for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any change in revenues for the department.
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any cost savings for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any cost savings for the department.
(4)(a) Identify affected local entities (for example: cities, counties, fire departments, school districts):
No local entities should be affected by these amendments.
(b) Estimate the following for each affected local entity identified in (4)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
(5)(a) Identify any affected regulated entities not listed in (3)(a) or (4)(a):
No other entities should be affected by these amendments.
(b) Estimate the following for each regulated entity identified in (5)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
(6) Provide a narrative to explain the following for each entity identified in (3)(a), (4)(a), and (5)(a)
(a) Fiscal impact of this administrative regulation:
This amendment will not have any significant fiscal impact.
(b) Methodology and resources used to reach this conclusion:
This amendment does not modify any fees or require affected entities to expend funds to comply with the amendments beyond those incidental to normal operations.
(7) Explain, as it relates to the entities identified in (3)(a), (4)(a), and (5)(a):
(a) Whether this administrative regulation will have a "major economic impact", as defined by KRS 13A.010(13):
This amendment will not have a major economic impact.
(b) The methodology and resources used to reach this conclusion:
This amendment does not increase any fees or otherwise create a financial burden to state or local government agencies or to regulated entities.
FEDERAL MANDATE ANALYSIS COMPARISON
(1) Federal statute or regulation constituting the federal mandate.
50 C.F.R. 17, 21.
(2) State compliance standards.
KRS 150.330 and KRS 150.183
(3) Minimum or uniform standards contained in the federal mandate.
50 C.F.R. 17 establishes the federal standards for threatened and endangered wildlife. 50 C.F.R 21 establishes the federal standards for migratory birds.
(4) Will this administrative regulation impose stricter requirements, or additional or different responsibilities or requirements, than those required by the federal mandate?
No, changes to this administrative regulation were made to align with the federal statutes and regulations.
(5) Justification for the imposition of the stricter standard, or additional or different responsibilities or requirements.
This regulation was amended to adhere to both federal and state statutes.
TOURISM, ARTS AND HERITAGE CABINET
Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
(Amendment)
301 KAR 2:082.Transportation and holding of live exotic wildlife.
Section 1.
Definition. "Exotic wildlife" means wildlife species that have never naturally existed in the wild in Kentucky, including species introduced by man that have become naturalized.Section 2.
Transportation Permits and Certificates of Veterinary Inspection.(1)
Unless otherwise exempted or prohibited by this or another administrative regulation, a person shall apply for and obtain a valid transportation permit or permit authorization number from the department for all shipments of exotic wildlife prior to:(a)
Receiving a shipment of wildlife from outside of Kentucky;(b)
Importing exotic wildlife into Kentucky; or(c)
Transporting exotic wildlife into Kentucky.(2)
A copy of a valid transportation permit or permit authorization number shall accompany all shipments of wildlife into Kentucky.(3)
An individual transportation permit shall be valid for one (1) shipment of wildlife.(4)
An annual transportation permit shall be valid for multiple wildlife shipments for one (1) year from the date of issue.(5)
All shipments of wildlife, except for amphibians and reptiles, shall be accompanied by a:(a)
Certificate of veterinary inspection stating that the wildlife is free from symptoms of disease; or(b)
Federal quarantine certificate.Section 3.
Applying for Permits.(1)
A person shall apply for a transportation permit by completing the online application process at fw.ky.gov, or by submitting the necessary forms:(a)
For an individual transportation permit, an applicant shall submit a completed Individual Transportation Permit Application form; or(b)
For an annual transportation permit, an applicant shall submit a completed Annual Transportation Permit Application form.(2)
A permit holder shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age.(3)
An applicant shall submit a completed application established in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section along with the applicable fee as referenced at https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Pages/Fees.aspx and established in 301 KAR 5:022 or 301 KAR 3:061.(4)
An annual transportation permit holder shall submit a revised Annual Transportation Permit Application to the department by mail to the address listed on the Annual Transportation Permit Application or by email at FWpermits@ky.gov for any amendments to the original application and shall not ship wildlife until a revised permit is issued by the department.(5)
A person importing, transporting, or possessing exotic wildlife shall be responsible for following all applicable federal and state laws and local ordinances regarding wildlife.(6)
A person with a valid falconry permit, as established in 301 KAR 2:195, shall not be required to possess a transportation permit for raptors held under the falconry permit.(7)
An applicant possessing, importing, or transporting into Kentucky from outside the state any federally protected migratory bird species, shall possess, and provide to the department, a valid United States Fish and Wildlife Service permit, except for persons or entities that meet the conditions listed in 50 C.F.R. 21.12 (a) and (b), 50 C.F.R. 21.13, and 50 C.F.R. 21.14.(8)
Federally endangered exotic species shall not be imported, transported into Kentucky, or possessed, except the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources may allow importation, transportation, or possession of any exotic endangered species of wildlife pursuant to KRS 150.183 and 301 KAR 3:061.Section 4.
Prohibited Species.(1)
Except as established in Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person shall not import, transport into Kentucky, or possess the following exotic wildlife that are considered potentially injurious to native ecosystems:(a)
Baya weaver (Ploceus philippinus);(b)
Blackbirds (Genus Agelaius), except native species;(c)
Cape sparrow (Passer melanurus);(d)
Cowbirds (Genus Molothrus), except native species;(e)
Cuckoo (Family Cuculidae), except native species;(f)
Dioch or red-billed quelea (Quelea quelea);(g)
European blackbird (Turdus merula);(h)
Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris);(i)
Flying fox or fruit bat (Genus Pteropus);(j)
Fox (Genus Cerdocyon, Genus Lycalopex, Genus Otocyon, Genus Urocyon, and Genus Vulpes);(k)
Gambian giant pouched rat (Cricetomys gambianus);(l)
Giant, marine, or cane toad (Rhinella marina);(m)
Hawaiian rice bird or spotted munia (Lonchura punctulata);[(n)
Java sparrow (Padda oryzivora);(o)
Madagascar weaver (Foudia madagascariensis);(p)
Mistle thrush (Turdus viscivorus);(q)
Monk or Quaker parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus);(r)
Multimammate rat (Genus Mastomys);(s)
Mute swan (Cygnus olor);(t)
Nutria (Myocastor coypus);(u)
Prairie dog (Cynomys spp.);(v)
Raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides);[(w)
Sky lark (Alauda arvensis);(x)
Song thrush (Turdus philomelus);(y)
Starling (Family Sturnidae), including pink starlings or rosy pastors (Sturnus roseus), except for Indian Hill mynahs (Gracula religiosa);(z)
Suricate or slender-tailed meerkat (Genus Suricata);(aa)
Tongueless or African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis);(bb)
Weaver finch (Genus Passer), except Passer domesticus;(cc)
White eyes (Genus Zosterops);(dd)
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) that morphologically resembles wild European rabbits;(ee)
Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella); or(ff)
A member of the following families:1.
Suidae (pigs or hogs), except for domestic swine;2.
Viverridae (civets, genets, lingsangs, mongooses and fossas); or3.
Tayassuidae (peccaries and javelinas).(2)
Except as established in Sections 5 and 6 of this administrative regulation, a person shall not import, transport, or possess the following inherently dangerous exotic wildlife:(a)
Alligators or caimans (Family Alligatoridae);(b)
African buffalo (Syncerus caffer);(c)
Bears (Family Ursidae);(d)
Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus);(e)
Clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa);(f)
Crocodiles (Family Crocodylidae);(g)
Elephants (Family Elephantidae);(h)
Gavials (Family Gavialidae);(i)
Gila monsters or beaded lizards (Family Helodermatidae);(j)
Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius);(k)
Honey badger or ratel (Mellivora capensis);(l)
Hyenas (Family Hyaenidae), including all species except aardwolves (Proteles cristatus);(m)
Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis);(n)
Lions, jaguars, leopards, or tigers (Genus Panthera);(o)
Lynx (Genus Lynx);(p)
Old world badger (Meles meles);(q)
Primates, nonhuman (Order Primates);(r)
Rhinoceroses (Family Rhinocerotidae);(s)
Snow leopard (Uncia uncia);(t)
Venomous exotic snakes of the families Viperidae, Atractaspididae, Elapidae, Hydrophidae, and Colubridae, except for hognose snakes (Genus Heterodon);(u)
Wolverine (Gulo gulo); or(v)
Hybrids of a species listed in this subsection.(3)
Except as established in subsection (1) of this section and Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person may possess, but shall not import into or transport through Kentucky wild rabbits, hares, or pikas (Order Lagomorpha).Section 5.
Exemptions.(1)
A facility that is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums shall:(a)
Not be required to obtain a transportation permit for exotic wildlife;(b)
Be allowed to import, possess, and transport into Kentucky federally endangered species and the prohibited exotic species listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation for official zoo activities; and(c)
Maintain prohibited exotic species in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public.(2)
Commissioner's exemption.(a)
Upon written request, the commissioner shall consider an exemption for importation, transportation into Kentucky, or possession of the prohibited species listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation.(b)
The commissioner shall only grant exemptions that promote and further the purposes of KRS Chapter 150.(c)
Only the following entities shall be eligible for an exemption by the commissioner:1.
A facility that is designated as the official zoo of a municipality;2.
A college or university conducting research or education that fulfills a classroom requirement;3.
A lawfully operated circus only importing or possessing inherently dangerous exotic wildlife species that are not federally endangered, as listed in the Endangered and Threatened Species Act list, 50 C.F.R. 17.11;4.
A facility previously granted an exemption by the commissioner for the purpose of housing confiscated wildlife and serving as an animal holding facility as a service to the department; and5.
A facility previously granted a commissioner's exemption, as a licensed or accredited institute of education or research, that houses prohibited species at a permanent wildlife facility for educational or research purposes.Section 6.
Prohibited Species Requirements.(1)
Prohibited exotic species imported, transported into Kentucky, or possessed shall be maintained within an enclosure sufficient to prevent:(a)
Escape; and(b)
Direct contact with the public.(2)
A person shall obtain a valid transportation permit to temporarily transport into Kentucky a prohibited animal listed in Section 4(2) of this administrative regulation and shall not:(a)
Remain in Kentucky in excess of forty-eight (48) hours;(b)
Stop in Kentucky for exhibition purposes; or(c)
Sell, trade, gift, barter, offer for sale, trade, gift, barter, or profit in any way from a prohibited animal while in Kentucky.(3)
Except for Lynx, a person who legally possessed wildlife listed in Section 4(2) of this administrative regulation prior to July 13, 2005, may continue to possess the animal through the life of the animal and shall maintain:(a)
Veterinary records;(b)
Acquisition papers for the animal; or(c)
Any other evidence that establishes that the person possessed the animal in Kentucky prior to July 13, 2005.(4)
Lynx legally held in Kentucky prior to December 1, 2021, may be allowed to remain in possession of the owner through the life of the animal. The owner shall maintain:(a)
Veterinary records;(b)
Acquisition papers for the animal; or(c)
Any other evidence that establishes that the person legally possessed the animal in Kentucky prior to December 1, 2021.(5)
Without an exemption pursuant to Section 5 of this administrative regulation, a person who legally possesses wildlife pursuant to subsection (3) or (4) of this section shall not:(a)
Replace the wildlife after its death;(b)
Allow the wildlife to reproduce; or(c)
Transfer wildlife to other persons, except if the owner predeceases the animal, the animal may be transferred to another person with the approval of the department's Wildlife Division Director.(6)
If exotic wildlife listed in Section 4 of this administrative regulation escapes, the owner shall immediately contact local emergency services and the department at 800-252-5378 to report the escape.(7)
All bites, as established in KRS 258.065, or contact with applicable exotic animals that results in possible exposure to disease or zoonotic infection, shall be reported to the local county health department within twelve (12) hours.(8)
If an exotic mammal bites a person or a mammal shows symptoms of a rabies infection, the owner of the animal shall arrange for the animal to be killed in a manner as to preserve the brain intact, and the animal's head shall be submitted for testing immediately to a laboratory approved by the Secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to be tested for rabies, as established in 902 KAR 2:070, Section 5 and KRS 258.085(1)(c).Section 7.
Permit-exempt Animals. The following exotic animals shall not require permits from the department for importation, transportation into Kentucky, or possession:(1)
Alpaca (Vicugna pacos);(2)
American bison (Bison bison);(3)
Breeds and varieties of goats derived from the wild goat or bezoar (Capra hircus);(4)
Camel (Camelus bactrianus and Camelus dromedarius);(5)
Canary (Serinius canaria);(6)
Chinchilla (Chinchilla laniger);(7)
Cockatoo and cockatiel (family Cacatuidae);(8)
Domesticated races of ducks and geese (family Anatidae) morphologically distinguishable from wild ducks or geese;(9)
Domesticated races of the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) morphologically distinguishable from wild European rabbits;(10)
Domesticated races of mink (Mustela vison), if:(a)
Adults are heavier than 1.15 kilograms; or(b)
The fur color can be distinguished from wild mink;(11)
Domesticated races of rats (Rattus norvegicus or Rattus rattus) or mice (Mus musculus);(12)
Domesticated races of turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) recognized by the American Poultry Association and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but shall not include captive held or bred wild turkeys;(13)
Domestic yak (Bos grunniens);(14)
Gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus);(15)
Guinea fowl (Numida meleagris);(16)
Guinea pig (Cavia porcellus);(17)
Hamster (Mesocricetus spp.);(18)
Indian Hill mynah (Gracula religiosa);(19)
Llama (Lama glama);(20)
Parrot, lovebird, budgerigar, macaw, parakeet (except monk parakeet, M. monachus) (families Psittacidae, Psittaculidae, and Psittrichasiidae);(21)
Peafowl (Pavo cristatus);(22)
Pigeon (Columba domestica or Columba livia) or domesticated races of pigeons;(23)
Ratite, as defined by KRS 247.870; and(24)
Toucan (family Rhamphastidae).Section 8.
Release. With the exception of pheasants and chukars, a person shall not release exotic wildlife into the wild.Section 9.
Inspections and Access.(1)
A person in possession of exotic wildlife, pursuant to a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, shall allow a game warden to inspect the holding facilities at any reasonable time to carry out the purposes of this administrative regulation.(2)
A transportation permit or commissioner's exemption holder shall allow any department employee, accompanied by a game warden, to access the holding facilities at any reasonable time to carry out the purposes of this administrative regulation.Section 10.
Permit Denial and Revocation.(1)
Denial. The department shall deny the issuance of a new permit, or deny a renewal of an existing or lapsed permit, and may confiscate wildlife from a person who:(a)
Is convicted of a violation of any provisions of:1.
KRS Chapter 150;2.
301 KAR Chapters 1 through 5; or3.
Any federal statute or regulation related to hunting, fishing, or wildlife;(b)
Provides false information on a transportation permit application, certificate of veterinary inspection, federal quarantine certificate, request for commissioner's exemption, federal permits, reports, or records;(c)
Acquires wildlife prior to receiving a transportation permit, commissioner's exemption, or certificate of veterinary inspection, except as established in Sections 2(5), 3(7), 5(1), and 7 of this administrative regulation; or(d)
Fails to comply with any provision of this administrative regulation, 301 KAR 2:041, 301 KAR 2:081, 301 KAR 2:084, 301 KAR 2:195, 301 KAR 2:230, 301 KAR 2:251, 301 KAR 3:061, 302 KAR 20:020, 302 KAR 20:040, 50 C.F.R. 17, 50 C.F.R. 21, 18 U.S.C. 42 - 43, or 16 U.S.C. 3371 - 3378.(2)
Revocations.(a)
The department shall revoke a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, and may confiscate wildlife, of a person who:1.
Is convicted of a violation of any provisions of:a.
KRS Chapter 150;b.
301 KAR Chapters 1 through 5; orc.
Any federal statute or regulation related to hunting, fishing, or wildlife;2.
Provides false information on a transportation permit application, certificate of veterinary inspection, federal quarantine certificate, request for commissioner's exemption, federal permits, reports, or records;3.
Acquires wildlife prior to receiving a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption, except as established in Sections 3(7) and 5(1) of this administrative regulation; or4.
Fails to comply with any provision of this administrative regulation, 301 KAR 2:041, 301 KAR 2:081, 301 KAR 2:084, 301 KAR 2:195, 301 KAR 2:230, 301 KAR 2:251, 301 KAR 3:061, 302 KAR 20:020, 302 KAR 20:040, 50 C.F.R. 17, 50 C.F.R. 21, 18 U.S.C. 42-43, or 16 U.S.C. 3371-3378.(b)
A fee shall not be refunded for a permit that is revoked.(3)
Denial period. An applicant for a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption whose permit or commissioner's exemption has been revoked or denied for the grounds established in this section shall be ineligible to reapply, and all applications and commissioner's exemption requests shall be denied for:(a)
The initial denial period, for one (1) year;(b)
A second denial period, for three (3) years; and(c)
A third or subsequent denial period, for five (5) years.(4)
Commissioner's exemption.(a)
A commissioner's exemption shall be revoked for:1.
Failure to maintain wildlife in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public;2.
Failure to abide by the provisions established in an exemption letter or this administrative regulation; or3.
Any other reason necessary to protect public health, public safety, native ecosystems, or native wildlife.(b)
If an exemption is terminated, all prohibited species shall be immediately placed in an enclosure sufficient to prevent escape and direct contact with the public and removed from the state within forty-eight (48) hours.(5)
Confiscated wildlife.(a)
All captive wildlife may be confiscated if a transportation permit or commissioner's exemption is revoked or denied, or if a person imports, transports into Kentucky, or possesses exotic wildlife without a valid transportation permit, commissioner's exemption, or certificate of veterinary inspection, except as established in Sections 2(5), 3(7), 5(1), and 7 of this administrative regulation.(b)
Wildlife that is confiscated, as established in this section, shall not be returned to the person, entity, or facility from which the wildlife was confiscated.(c)
Confiscated wildlife shall be euthanized if:1.
It is necessary to protect public safety, property, or wild or domesticated animals;2.
It is necessary to protect native ecosystems;3.
The wildlife is suffering from injury or illness; or4.
A facility legally capable and properly equipped to hold the wildlife is not readily available or economically feasible.Section 11.
Administrative Hearings.(1)
An individual whose permit has been denied or revoked may request an administrative hearing pursuant to KRS Chapter 13B.(2)
A request for a hearing shall be in writing and postmarked or delivered in person to the department no later than thirty (30) days after notification of the denial or the revocation.(3)
Upon receipt of the request for a hearing, the department shall proceed according to the provisions of KRS Chapter 13B.(4)
The hearing officer's recommended order shall be considered by the commissioner, and the commissioner shall issue a final order, pursuant to KRS Chapter 13B.Section 12.
Incorporation by Reference.(1)
The following material is incorporated by reference:(a)
"Annual Transportation Permit Application", 2025 edition; and(b)
"Individual Transportation Permit Application", 2025 edition.(2)
This material may be inspected, copied, or obtained, subject to applicable copyright law, at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, #1 Sportsman's Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or online at:(a)
https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Documents/Annual-Trans-Permit-App.pdf for the "Annual Transportation Permit Application"; and(b)
https://fw.ky.gov/Licenses/Documents/Individual-Trans-Permit-App.pdf for the "Individual Transportation Permit Application".Approved by the Fish and Wildlife Commission
RICH STORM, Commissioner
APPROVED BY AGENCY: June 27, 2025
FILED WITH LRC: June 27, 2025 at 2:45 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMENT PERIOD: A public hearing on this administrative regulation shall be held on September 30, 2025, at 3:30 pm, at KDFWR Administration Building, 1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601. Individuals interested in being heard at this hearing shall notify this agency in writing by five workdays prior to the hearing, of their intent to attend. If no notification of intent to attend the hearing was received by that date, the hearing may be cancelled. A transcript of the public hearing will not be made unless a written request for a transcript is made. If you do not wish to be heard at the public hearing, you may submit written comments on the proposed administrative regulation. Written comments shall be accepted through September 30, 2025. Send written notification of intent to be heard at the public hearing or written comments on the proposed administrative regulation to the contact person.
CONTACT PERSON: Jenny Gilbert, Legislative Liaison, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, 1 Sportsman’s Lane, phone (502) 564-3400, fax (502) 564-0506, email fwpubliccomments@ky.gov.
REGULATORY IMPACT ANALYSIS AND TIERING STATEMENT
Contact Person:
Jenny Gilbert
(1) Provide a brief summary of:
(a) What this administrative regulation does:
This administrative regulation establishes requirements for importation, transportation, and possession of exotic wildlife.
(b) The necessity of this administrative regulation:
This administrative regulation is necessary to provide a defined process for the holding and transportation of live exotic wildlife. These processes are necessary to provide for the protection of our native ecosystem, health and welfare of native wildlife from disease, and the safety of Kentucky citizens.
(c) How this administrative regulation conforms to the content of the authorizing statutes:
KRS 65.877 authorizes local governments to regulate or prohibit inherently dangerous wildlife as identified by the department and requires the department to establish procedures for denying or issuing a transportation permit. KRS 150.025(1) authorizes the department to regulate the buying, selling, or transporting of wildlife. KRS 150.090 authorizes the department to appoint game wardens charged with the enforcement of this chapter. KRS 150.105 authorizes the department to destroy or bring under control any wildlife causing damage to persons, property or other animals spreading disease and which should be eliminated to prevent further damage. KRS 150.180(6) authorizes the department to regulate the importation of wildlife into Kentucky. KRS 150.280 requires the department to promulgate administrative regulations establishing procedures for the holding of protected wildlife.
(d) How this administrative regulation currently assists or will assist in the effective administration of the statutes:
This regulation sets forth the requirements for applying for and receiving transportation permits and commissioner’s exemptions to possess, import, and transport through Kentucky from outside the state live exotic wildlife.
(2) If this is an amendment to an existing administrative regulation, provide a brief summary of:
(a) How the amendment will change this existing administrative regulation:
This amendment removes any reference to fees and replaces them with a reference to the fee regulation, 301 KAR 5:022, and similarly updates any applicable material incorporated by reference.
(b) The necessity of the amendment to this administrative regulation:
This amendment is necessary to allow future fee changes to be promulgated in 301 KAR 5:022 without the need for promulgating matching amendments to this regulation.
(c) How the amendment conforms to the content of the authorizing statutes:
KRS 150.025(1) grants authority for the department to promulgate regulations necessary to carry out the purposes of KRS Chapter 150. KRS 150.175 sets out licenses and tags to be sold by the department. KRS 150.195 requires the department to establish administrative regulations to provide for the control, design, issuance, distribution, and other matters related to licenses and permits issued by the department.
(d) How the amendment will assist in the effective administration of the statutes:
This amendment will consolidate any associated fees into a single fee regulation, 301 KAR 5:022.
(3) List the type and number of individuals, businesses, organizations, or state and local governments affected by this administrative regulation:
All individuals who which to obtain the associated license or permit.
(4) Provide an analysis of how the entities identified in question (3) will be impacted by either the implementation of this administrative regulation, if new, or by the change, if it is an amendment, including:
(a) List the actions that each of the regulated entities identified in question (3) will have to take to comply with this administrative regulation or amendment:
No action will be required to comply with the amendments, however, the individuals would need to look to 301 KAR 5:022 for the regulation which establishes the cost of the associated license or permit.
(b) In complying with this administrative regulation or amendment, how much will it cost each of the entities identified in question (3):
There will be no cost to comply with the amendments to this regulation.
(c) As a result of compliance, what benefits will accrue to the entities identified in question (3):
Compliance with these amendments will allow individuals to obtain the associated license or permit.
(5) Provide an estimate of how much it will cost the administrative body to implement this administrative regulation:
(a) Initially:
There will be no cost to implement these regulatory amendments initially.
(b) On a continuing basis:
There will be no continuing costs to implement these amendments.
(6) What is the source of the funding to be used for the implementation and enforcement of this administrative regulation:
The Fish and Game Fund
(7) Provide an assessment of whether an increase in fees or funding will be necessary to implement this administrative regulation, if new, or by the change if it is an amendment:
There will be no increase in fees or funding necessary to implement these changes.
(8) State whether or not this administrative regulation establishes any fees or directly or indirectly increases any fees:
This administrative regulation does not establish any fees or directly or indirectly increase any fees. Any associated fees are addressed in 301 KAR 5:022.
(9) TIERING: Is tiering applied?
No. Tiering is not applied because all permit holders are treated the equally.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
(1) Identify each state statute, federal statute, or federal regulation that requires or authorizes the action taken by the administrative regulation:
KRS 65.877 authorizes local governments to regulate or prohibit inherently dangerous wildlife as identified by the department and requires the department to establish procedures for denying or issuing a transportation permit. KRS 150.025(1) authorizes the department to regulate the buying, selling, or transporting of wildlife. KRS 150.090 authorizes the department to appoint game wardens charged with the enforcement of this chapter. KRS 150.105 authorizes the department to destroy or bring under control any wildlife causing damage to persons, property or other animals spreading disease and which should be eliminated to prevent further damage. KRS 150.180(6) authorizes the department to regulate the importation of wildlife into Kentucky. KRS 150.280 requires the department to promulgate administrative regulations establishing procedures for the holding of protected wildlife.
(2) State whether this administrative regulation is expressly authorized by an act of the General Assembly, and if so, identify the act:
This amendment is not expressly authorized by an act of the General Assembly but is promulgated pursuant to KRS 150.025 and 150.195.
(3)(a) Identify the promulgating agency and any other affected state units, parts, or divisions:
The promulgating agency is the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. No other state agencies are affected.
(b) Estimate the following for each affected state unit, part, or division identified in (3)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any additional expenditures for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any additional expenditures for the department.
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any change in revenues for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any change in revenues for the department.
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
These amendments will not result in any cost savings for the department.
For subsequent years:
These amendments will not result in any cost savings for the department.
(4)(a) Identify affected local entities (for example: cities, counties, fire departments, school districts):
No local entities should be affected by these amendments.
(b) Estimate the following for each affected local entity identified in (4)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
(5)(a) Identify any affected regulated entities not listed in (3)(a) or (4)(a):
No other entities should be affected by these amendments.
(b) Estimate the following for each regulated entity identified in (5)(a):
1. Expenditures:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
2. Revenues:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
3. Cost Savings:
For the first year:
N/A
For subsequent years:
N/A
(6) Provide a narrative to explain the following for each entity identified in (3)(a), (4)(a), and (5)(a)
(a) Fiscal impact of this administrative regulation:
This amendment will not have any significant fiscal impact.
(b) Methodology and resources used to reach this conclusion:
This amendment does not modify any fees or require affected entities to expend funds to comply with the amendments beyond those incidental to normal operations.
(7) Explain, as it relates to the entities identified in (3)(a), (4)(a), and (5)(a):
(a) Whether this administrative regulation will have a "major economic impact", as defined by KRS 13A.010(13):
This amendment will not have a major economic impact.
(b) The methodology and resources used to reach this conclusion:
This amendment does not increase any fees or otherwise create a financial burden to state or local government agencies or to regulated entities.
FEDERAL MANDATE ANALYSIS COMPARISON
(1) Federal statute or regulation constituting the federal mandate.
50 C.F.R. 17, 21.
(2) State compliance standards.
KRS 150.330 and KRS 150.183
(3) Minimum or uniform standards contained in the federal mandate.
50 C.F.R. 17 establishes the federal standards for threatened and endangered wildlife. 50 C.F.R 21 establishes the federal standards for migratory birds.
(4) Will this administrative regulation impose stricter requirements, or additional or different responsibilities or requirements, than those required by the federal mandate?
No, changes to this administrative regulation were made to align with the federal statutes and regulations.
(5) Justification for the imposition of the stricter standard, or additional or different responsibilities or requirements.
This regulation was amended to adhere to both federal and state statutes.