Dept. of Ag and Commerce; authorize to issue subpoenas and apply to circuit courts for administrative inspections and search warrants.

Summary

The bill would let the state Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce issue administrative subpoenas and compel witnesses or documents in department hearings. It also authorizes the Bureau of Plant Industry to request circuit‑court inspection and search warrants when a licensed entity blocks access. The measures are intended to strengthen enforcement of agricultural regulations.

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