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Introduced
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
In Committee
03/24/2026
03/24/2026
Crossed Over
03/17/2026
03/17/2026
Passed
03/27/2026
03/27/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 16.060 to require the commissioner of the Department of Kentucky State Police to authorize officers of the department to engage in certain types of law enforcement-related off-duty employment; require the commissioner to establish policies and procedures for off-duty employment; amend KRS 16.070 to require the commissioner of the Department of Kentucky State Police to establish policies and procedures related to the use of uniforms, equipment, and facilities for off-duty employment; amend KRS 44.045 to allow officers of the Department of Kentucky State Police to use motor vehicles with regular license plates for off-duty employment.
AI Summary
This bill allows Kentucky State Police officers, including those designated as Trooper R Class or CVE R Class, to engage in law enforcement-related off-duty employment, provided it is approved by the commissioner or their designee and does not conflict with their primary duties, reflect unfavorably on the department, or impair their performance. The commissioner is also required to establish policies and procedures for this off-duty employment, including guidelines on the use of uniforms, equipment, and facilities, and permits officers to use state vehicles with regular license plates for such secondary employment, with specific exclusions for certain types of businesses like retail establishments, private parties, and bars.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (12)
Aaron Reed (R)*,
Matt Deneen (R),
Shelley Frommeyer (R),
Jimmy Higdon (R),
Amanda Mays Bledsoe (R),
Matt Nunn (R),
Craig Richardson (R),
Robert Stivers (R),
Brandon Storm (R),
Robin Webb (R),
Steve West (R),
Max Wise (R),
Last Action
filed without Governor's signature with the Secretary of State (on 04/08/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb278.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb278/bill.pdf |
| Vote History for SB278 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb278/vote_history.pdf |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb278/orig_bill.pdf |
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