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in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 827: AN ACT relating to school districts.

Amend KRS 160.020 to modify the minimum enrollment requirements for independent school districts to continue to operate; establish criteria for the Kentucky Board of Education to consider in an appeal of that requirement; amend KRS 160.041 to provide a merger process for any contiguous school districts; require the Kentucky Board of Education to determine the terms of merger for an insolvent district if no agreement between the school districts can be reached, and to promulgate administrative regulations regarding mergers due to insolvency.
James Tipton (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HJR 98: A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the Kentucky Department of Education to collect and report data regarding school nurses.

Direct the Kentucky Department of Education to collect certain data regarding school nurses and report the information to the Legislative Research Commission by December 31, 2026.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates data collection on school nurses, indicating intent to improve health services in schools and support student well-being.75% confidence
Steve Bratcher (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 837: AN ACT relating to health services.

This bill amends Kentucky law to update the definition of "hospital" and related terms in the health services code with gender-neutral language. It directly affects hospitals, hospital districts, and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services by changing how these entities are legally described in state statutes. The key provision replaces gendered terms like "his or her" with neutral phrasing throughout the relevant sections of the law. This change ensures that legal documents and regulations apply equally regardless of gender identity. The bill does not alter operational requirements or funding but updates terminology to reflect inclusive language standards.
Nancy Tate (R) Kim Moser (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 846: AN ACT relating to school district superintendents.

This bill creates a new process in Kentucky that allows registered voters in a school district to recall their superintendent from office. Ten voters in the district can start the process by filing a recall affidavit with the county clerk, which then requires collecting signatures from at least 5,000 voters or 10% of the last presidential election votes in that district. The bill sets specific rules for how petitions must be prepared, including requirements for signature verification, publication notices, and timelines for the county clerk to review whether enough signatures were gathered. If the petition is deemed valid, a recall election will be held where voters decide whether to keep or remove the superintendent. The bill also includes provisions that allow a superintendent to cancel the recall election by resigning within 15 days after the petition is certified as sufficient.
T.J. Roberts (R) Candy Massaroni (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 860: AN ACT relating to motor vehicle license plates.

Amend KRS 186.240 to require the Transportation Cabinet to produce an optional noncommercial standard license plate, available to individuals 65 years of age or older, that is of a distinct design and color than other standard plates; require the Transportation Cabinet to publish educational and public service materials regard the availability and meaning of the plate; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by creating a distinctive senior license plate option, improving visibility and recognition for older drivers on roads.85% confidence
Jared Bauman (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 841: AN ACT relating to state government.

This bill amends a Kentucky state law to clarify the Finance and Administration Cabinet's authority over state real estate and office space management. It specifically allocates designated areas within the New State Capitol Annex and Capitol campus parking garage to the General Assembly and Legislative Research Commission, while reserving certain spaces for other state agencies. The legislation also requires the Cabinet to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Legislative Research Commission to establish terms for building maintenance, security, and janitorial services, with provisions allowing the legislative branch to manage its own janitorial services if desired. Additionally, the bill outlines a permanent program for housing state agencies in Frankfort and grants the Cabinet power to acquire or dispose of state property in accordance with existing statutes.
Suzanne Miles (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 857: AN ACT relating to driving under the influence.

Amend KRS 189A.010, relating to driving under the influence, to provide that a third or subsequent offense within a 10-year period is a Class D felony; provide that if a person is convicted of a third or subsequent offense the minimum term of imprisonment shall be 120 days; establish enhanced penalties for a person under the age of 21 who operates a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or more; allow a violation of KRS 189A.010 by a person under the age of 21 who operates a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or more to be included as a prior offense for enhancement purposes; amend KRS 189A.070 to create enhanced periods of license suspension for a person under the age of 21 who operates a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or more; amend various KRS sections to conform.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases mandatory minimum sentences for DUI offenses and expands criminal penalties, which restricts criminal justice flexibility and increases incarceration.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances DUI penalties to improve road safety and reduce dangerous driving, directly supporting transportation safety standards.85% confidence
Kevin Jackson (R) Shawn McPherson (R) Steve Riley (R) Kim King (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 847: AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 170 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to taxation.

Propose to amend Section 170 of the Constitution of Kentucky to provide the General Assembly the authority to exempt all or a portion of any class of property from taxation or eliminate all or a portion of any tax and the related provisions of that tax; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
Candy Massaroni (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 867: AN ACT relating to private spaces.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 61 to ensure that privacy exists in public building multi-occupancy private spaces; identify consequences for using multi-occupancy private spaces designated for the opposite biological sex; identify exceptions for using multi-occupancy private space designated for the opposite biological sex; create cause of action for discrimination and retaliation against a person who makes a good-faith report.
Marianne Proctor (R) T.J. Roberts (R) Shane Baker (R) John Hodgson (R) William Lawrence (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 865: AN ACT relating to a sales and use tax exemption for diapers.

Amend KRS 139.010 to define "diaper"; amend KRS 139.480 to exempt all diapers from the sales and use tax; make technical corrections; EFFECTIVE August 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts diapers from sales tax, providing tax relief for families with children, which aligns with supporting budget policies that reduce tax burdens on essential items.85% confidence
T.J. Roberts (R) Lindsey Burke (D) Josh Calloway (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 828: AN ACT relating to consumer protection.

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 367, relating to consumer protection, to define terms; establish standards for solar energy contractors, and solar energy system solicitation, installation, and contracts; establish cause of action to enjoin a violation of the standards and set damages; provide for Attorney General enforcement; amend KRS 227.480 to require that local standards and fees for solar energy system inspections must be applied in a nondiscriminatory manner.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes standards for solar energy contractors and protects consumers, advancing renewable energy infrastructure and consumer protection.90% confidence
Mark Hart (R)
in committee · Kentucky · House Mar 10, 2026

HJR 93: A JOINT RESOLUTION designating the James "Jim" Mahan Memorial Highway in Fayette County.

This bill designates a specific section of Kentucky Route 353 in Fayette County as the James "Jim" Mahan Memorial Highway to honor the late farmer and community leader. It requires the Transportation Cabinet to officially name the road segment between mile points 7.100 and 11.113 and install commemorative signs within 30 days of the resolution taking effect. The legislation recognizes Mahan's contributions to Kentucky agriculture through his leadership roles in various farming organizations and his service to the local community. This is a commemorative measure that does not change existing laws or policies but rather assigns a memorial title to an existing roadway.
Vanessa Grossl (R)
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