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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 186 to define "local governmental entity" and "local official"; require the Transportation Cabinet to expand driver licensing services by setting up a system between the Transportation Cabinet and 1 local official or local governmental entity in each county to issue operator's licenses and personal identification cards; require the Transportation Cabinet to identify a local official or local governmental entity in each county that will participate in the system by July 1, 2027; allow a local offical or local governmental entity to charge a convenience fee for any document issued by a local official or local governmental entity; require the Transportation Cabinet report the number of documents issued by local officials and local governmental entities and any effect on wait times at regional licensing offices; amend KRS 186.531 to conform; EFFECTIVE July 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2027, mandates that the Transportation Cabinet expand driver licensing services by establishing a system where one designated local official or local governmental entity (such as a public library or city government) in each county will be authorized to issue operator's licenses and personal identification cards, with the Cabinet responsible for providing the necessary equipment. This initiative aims to increase accessibility to these services, and participating local entities will be permitted to charge a convenience fee for these issuances, in addition to standard fees. The bill also requires the Transportation Cabinet to report on the number of documents issued locally and the impact on wait times at regional licensing offices, and it amends existing law to reflect these changes.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (21)
Rebecca Raymer (R)*,
Chad Aull (D),
Ryan Bivens (R),
Steve Bratcher (R),
Robert Duvall (R),
Patrick Flannery (R),
Peyton Griffee (R),
Vanessa Grossl (R),
David Hale (R),
Thomas Huff (R),
Kevin Jackson (R),
Chris Lewis (R),
Scott Lewis (R),
Bobby McCool (R),
Shawn McPherson (R),
Amy Neighbors (R),
Sarge Pollock (R),
Steve Riley (R),
T.J. Roberts (R),
Timmy Truett (R),
Mitchum Whitaker (R),
Last Action
to Transportation (H) (on 01/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb332.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb332/orig_bill.pdf |
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