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Laws & Regulations 

Here is a quick look at labor laws and requirements.

 Resources

  • Permits & Licensing
    • Alcohol and Beverage Control
      The ABC is responsible for issuing alcoholic beverage licenses and enforcing regulations pertaining to the alcoholic beverage industry. In addition, the agency is responsible for enforcing Kentucky's teen access tobacco laws.
    • Business Licensing
      The Secretary of State's One-Stop business licensing site
    • Long Term Care License Applications
      These are applications for licenses to operate a long term care facility or to operate a family care home.
    • One-Stop Business Licensing Program (Secretary of State)
      This program allows users to instantly receive a complete listing of all licenses that could be required at the state level. In addition to this streamlined process, users can obtain detailed information about the license or permit, such as the contact person in state government, the fees and requirements for the license, and hyperlinks to forms available on the Internet.
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Guidelines
    The purpose of this web site is to inform people with disabilities of their rights and available programs.
  • Banking Institution Regulation
    The Department of Financial Institutions regulates these types of state chartered or licensed businesses; learn more.
  • Child Laws
    View the latest child labor laws.
  • Disability Concerns
    Helping people with disabilities find employment
  • Employment Laws and Standards
    Access the Division of Employment Standards, Apprenticeship, and Training.
  • International Trade
    Exports to foreign countries contribute over $10 billion annually to Kentucky's economy.
  • Required Posters
    Publications and posters from the Department for Employment Services