Propose to amend Section 256 of the Constitution to permit constitutional amendments to be submitted to the voters by ballot question or summary that clearly describes the substance and effect of the amendment, rather than requiring the full text of the amendment to appear on the ballot; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
Commend the valor of Chief Warrant Officer Five Eric A. Slover for demonstrating gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty while serving his country in the United States Army and honoring him as a recipient of the Medal of Honor.
Amend KRS 109.045 to change the definition of "confidential business information"; extend the prohibition on the release of confidential business information relating to solid waste management service companies to all persons acting on behalf of a county or waste management district; provide that confidential business information shall be exempt from disclosure under KRS 61.870 to 61.844; provide for remedial actions to be taken if confidential business information is released; provide for payment to a contractor for work that is uninfluenced by and independent from confidential business information.
Recognize the tremendous bravery and skill of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) of the United States Army, known as the "Night Stalkers."
Amend KRS 132.017, relating to the process for a recall of a local ad valorem tax rate, to define "school nickel tax rate"; require a petition process for recalling the levy of a school nickel tax rate; remove other taxes levied by local governmental entities from the petition process requirements; require an ad valorem tax levied by a local governmental entity and a general tax rate levied by a local board of education to be voted upon by the voters if the tax rate produces more than 4% in revenues over the revenues produced by the compensating tax rate; require the suspension of the ordinance, order, resolution, or motion levying the tax rate until after the required election; allow a local governmental entity or a local board of education to cancel a required recall election by reconsidering the levy and instead levying a tax rate that produces no more than 4% in revenues over the revenues produced by the compensating tax rate; specify ballot and public notification requirements for the election; provide that if a tax rate is recalled, the compensating tax rate shall be levied; amend KRS 68.245, 75A.050, 132.018, 132.023, 132.027, and 160.470 to conform; make technical changes; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2027.
HR 87 is a symbolic resolution recognizing March 8-14, 2026, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week in Kentucky. It does not create new laws or allocate funds; instead, it formally acknowledges the impact of multiple sclerosis (MS) on Kentuckians and honors the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's work. The resolution highlights that MS affects thousands in Kentucky, often strikes people aged 20-50, and has no cure, while noting the Society’s research investments and mission. This is a ceremonial gesture to raise public awareness, directly affecting Kentuckians living with MS and the Society’s local chapter.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring John Douglas "Doug" Hubbard, a Nelson County attorney and community leader who died on January 6, 2026. The resolution directs the Kentucky Senate to adjourn in his memory following its session, expressing sympathy for his passing. It recognizes his 55-year legal practice, community service (including roles with Kiwanis Club, Jaycees, and Nelson County Hall of Fame), and family. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents - it is a formal tribute.
SB 71 requires all Kentucky local school board members to complete six hours of financial training every two years. This applies to every member serving on school boards across the state, replacing the previous annual training system. The bill specifies that the training must cover financial management topics, with no other detailed content provided in the text. It directly affects school board members' professional development requirements, focusing on financial oversight responsibilities. The change is a concrete policy update to existing training rules under KRS 160.180.
Repeal and reenact KRS 189.292 to define "mobile electronic device"; prohibit the use of a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle; establish exceptions; amend KRS 189.294 to define "mobile electronic device"; amend KRS 189.990 to establish penalties for violation of KRS 189.292 and 189.294; require that money from fines be deposited into the traumatic brain injury trust fund, the Kentucky trauma care system fund, and the veterans' program trust fund; provide that a courtesy warning and not a uniform citation shall be issued by a peace officer until October 31, 2026; provide that the Act may be cited as the Phone-Down Kentucky Act.
Amend KRS 45A.380 to allow the purchase of used vehicles and used equipment through noncompetitive negotiation if the agency pays no more than 75% of the manufacturer's suggested retail price for new same or similar vehicles or equipment for the used vehicle or equipment; amend KRS 424.260 to allow local agencies to purchase used vehicles and equipment negotiation if the agency pays no more than 75% of the manufacturer's suggested retail price for new same or similar vehicles or equipment without making a newspaper advertisement for bids.
HB 108 amends Kentucky law to exclude certain industrial waste facilities from being classified as "municipal solid waste disposal facilities." Specifically, it exempts waste sites owned and operated exclusively by a solid waste generator that only accept industrial waste generated from the generator's own operations on the same or adjacent property (including via corporate affiliates). This change removes these facilities from the requirement to obtain permits under municipal solid waste management rules, which currently apply to most disposal sites. The bill directly affects industrial facilities that manage their own waste streams on-site, altering their regulatory classification without creating new permitting obligations.
This resolution designates March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Kentucky to highlight the importance of cancer screening and promote healthy lifestyle habits. It honors Dr. Scott Farnsworth and the Colon Cancer Prevention Project for their work in reducing colorectal cancer deaths and improving health outcomes in the state. The measure has no operational effect beyond symbolic recognition and directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy to Senator Scott Madon.
