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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 17.169 to include local law enforcement as persons authorized to collect DNA samples; define "rapid DNA instruments"; amend KRS 17.170 to provide for the collection of DNA samples at arrest or initial appearance from all persons charged with a felony offense; allow for collection of a second DNA sample by approved local governments to be processed via rapid DNA instruments; amend KRS 17.175 to provide that a person may request expungement of the record of his or her DNA in certain enumerated circumstances; amend KRS 64.060 to establish a $5 payment from the State Treasury to the collecting agency for each DNA sample collected.
AI Summary
This bill expands the authority to collect DNA samples, defines "rapid DNA instruments" as automated devices that analyze DNA samples, and mandates DNA sample collection from individuals arrested or charged with a felony offense, with local law enforcement now authorized to collect these samples as part of the booking process. It also allows for a second DNA sample to be collected and processed using rapid DNA instruments by approved local governments, and establishes a $5 payment from the State Treasury to the collecting agency for each DNA sample. Furthermore, the bill provides clearer procedures for expunging DNA records under specific circumstances, such as acquittal or dismissal of charges, and clarifies that DNA identification records are confidential and for law enforcement purposes only, not for non-criminal justice uses like employment or insurance.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S) (on 02/20/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb414.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb414/bill.pdf |
| Vote History for HB414 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb414/vote_history.pdf |
| Local Mandate to House Committee Substitute 1 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/26RS/hb414/HCS1LM.pdf |
| Local Mandate Fiscal Impact for HCS1 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/26RS/hb414/HCS1LM.pdf |
| House Committee Substitute 1 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/HB414/HCS1.pdf |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb414/orig_bill.pdf |
| Local Mandate Fiscal Impact | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/26RS/hb414/LM.pdf |
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