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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 158.195 to allow the reading or posting of the Ten Commandments in a public school building, classroom, or event.
AI Summary
This bill amends a Kentucky law (KRS 158.195) to permit public elementary and secondary schools to display or read the Ten Commandments. Previously, the law allowed for the display of the national motto, national anthem, pledge of allegiance, and other historical American documents, but not specifically the Ten Commandments. This change expands the list of permissible religious or historically significant texts that teachers and administrators can share in school buildings, classrooms, or at school events, emphasizing that there should be no censorship of American history or heritage due to religious references in these materials.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
WITHDRAWN (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb244.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb244/orig_bill.pdf |
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