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HB 375 Kentucky House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to automated license plate readers.

Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 189 to define "automated license plate reader" or "ALPR"; prohibit the use, deployment, and maintenance of an ALPR system; allow a person to bring a civil action for a violation and allow recovery of actual and punitive damages; make the use, deployment, and maintenance of an ALPR system a Class D felony and set a fine of $10,000.
Issues: ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeProhibits ALPRs used in law enforcement, restricting a tool for criminal investigations and surveillance under criminal justice operations.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits ALPR technology use, restricting surveillance tools and enhancing privacy protections under Technology subject.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 22, 2026
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Jan 22, 2026
Committee
to Transportation (H)
lower
Jan 14, 2026
Committee
to Committee on Committees (H)
lower
Jan 14, 2026
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