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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 40 to define terms; create the Residential Ease of Access for Disabled Veterans Program for funding the construction and installation of accessibility ramps on residences of disabled veterans; establish the Residential Ease of Access for Disabled Veterans Program grant fund to be used for the program and administered by the Kentucky Department of Veterans' Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Residential Ease of Access for Disabled Veterans Program, which will fund the construction and installation of accessibility ramps on the homes of disabled veterans. The bill defines key terms such as "accessibility ramp" as a ramp built to federal and state building codes and by a registered contractor, and "disabled veteran" as a Kentucky resident who has served in the armed forces and has a service-connected disability or receives disability benefits. The program will be administered by the Kentucky Department of Veterans' Affairs, and a dedicated grant fund will be created to support these efforts, with any unspent funds carrying over to the next fiscal year.
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S) (on 01/29/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb139.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb139/orig_bill.pdf |
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