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HB 237 Kentucky House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to the employer student loan repayment credit.

Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 141 to establish the employer student loan repayment credit, equal to 50% of the amount paid by an employer on an eligible student loan of a qualified employee effective for taxable years beginning January 1, 2026, but before January 1, 2030; amend KRS 141.0205 to order the credit; amend KRS 131.190 to allow the Department of Revenue to report on the credit.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates employer tax credit (50% of student loan payments) under KRS, providing tax relief via new tax incentive, directly supporting tax policy framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationReduces student loan burden via employer credit, expanding higher education access and aligning with education-focused tax incentives.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2026 Last action Jan 15, 2026
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Jan 15, 2026
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to Appropriations & Revenue (H)
lower
Jan 8, 2026
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to Committee on Committees (H)
lower
Jan 8, 2026
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