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Introduced
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 75.160, relating to fire protection districts, to include gender-neutral language.
AI Summary
This bill amends Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 75.160, which pertains to fire protection districts, by updating the language to be gender-neutral. Specifically, it inserts "or she" after "he" when referring to the chief of the fire department and after "his" when referring to the sheriff and their deputies, ensuring that the law applies equally regardless of gender. This change aims to modernize legal language and promote inclusivity within the context of fire department leadership and law enforcement powers granted to fire department members.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S) (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb228.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb228/orig_bill.pdf |
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