The secretary shall, except as otherwise provided in KRS 439.250 to 439.560 and KRS Chapter 13A, have the power and authority to promulgate administrative regulations he or she deems necessary or suitable for the proper administration of the functions of the cabinet or any division in the cabinet, including qualification for the receipt of federal funds and for cooperation with other state and federal agencies. The secretary may delegate to any person appointed the power and authority as he or she deems reasonable and proper for the effective administration of the cabinet.
KRS 196.035
Powers and duties of secretary
Applied in 5 court decisions — leading case Bowling v. Kentucky Department of Corrections (2010)
Most recently applied in Bowling v. Kentucky Department of Corrections (January 2010)
Effective: June 26, 2007 History: Amended 2007 Ky
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