HB 866 Kentucky House · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to guardianship proceedings.

This bill amends Kentucky law to correct technical errors in the guardianship proceedings statute. It clarifies who can petition the court to modify or terminate guardianship orders, including the ward, their guardian, or other interested parties. The bill also outlines specific information that must be included in petitions and establishes procedures for hearings, including the ward's right to counsel and the option for a jury trial in termination cases. Additionally, it allows for interdisciplinary evaluations of wards and ensures that restoration judgments are properly documented and transmitted to relevant courts.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2026 Last action Mar 13, 2026
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Mar 10, 2026
Committee
to Families & Children (H)
lower
Mar 3, 2026
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to Committee on Committees (H)
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Mar 3, 2026
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