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KY HB420

KY HB420
AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to voting rights.


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Introduced
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Propose to amend Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky to provide that every citizen of the United States who is at least 18 years old and who has resided in Kentucky for at least 30 days before an election shall be entitled to vote in the precinct of his or her residence; automatically restore the voting rights of persons convicted of certain felonies upon completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole and automatically restore their civil rights 5 years after completion of their imprisonment, probation, or parole; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Section 145 of the Kentucky Constitution to change voting requirements and restore voting rights for certain individuals. Specifically, it would allow any U.S. citizen who is at least 18 years old and has lived in Kentucky for 30 days before an election to vote in their local precinct. It also aims to automatically restore voting rights for individuals convicted of felonies, excluding treason, bribery in an election, or election fraud, once they have completed their imprisonment, probation, or parole. Furthermore, their civil rights would be automatically restored five years after completing these sentences. The bill also outlines the process for submitting this proposed amendment to Kentucky voters for their approval or rejection.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H) (on 01/27/2026)

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