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KY SB303
KY SB303AN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 25 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime.
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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Propose to amend Section 25 of the Constitution of Kentucky to prohibit slavery and involuntary servitude in all circumstances; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
AI Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Section 25 of the Constitution of Kentucky, which currently allows slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime after due conviction. The proposed change would remove this exception, thereby prohibiting slavery and involuntary servitude in all circumstances within the Commonwealth. The bill outlines the process for submitting this amendment to the voters for their approval or rejection, including specific requirements for publication and certification to county clerks for inclusion on ballots.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S) (on 02/27/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb303.html |
| Local Mandate Fiscal Impact | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/26RS/sb303/LM.pdf |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/sb303/orig_bill.pdf |
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