HB 838 Kentucky House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to health services.

This bill amends Kentucky's health services code to update definitions and language used in state welfare programs. It adds gender-neutral terms such as "his or her" and expands the definition of "parent" to include stepparents. The legislation also clarifies that public assistance funds cannot be used for abortion services while maintaining exceptions for medical care necessary to prevent death. These changes affect the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and individuals receiving state health and welfare benefits.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 3, 2026 Last action Mar 10, 2026
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Mar 10, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
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Kim Moser
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