In Committee
2026 Regular Session
HB861
Log in to followAN ACT proposing an amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to restoration of rights.
Propose to amend Section 145 of the Constitution of Kentucky to automatically restore the voting rights and civil rights of persons convicted of certain felonies upon completion of their imprisonment, probation, and parole; provide ballot language; submit to voters for ratification or rejection.
Secretary of StateLocal MandateCivil RightsConstitution, Ky.County ClerksCrimes and PunishmentsElections and Voting
Introduced: March 3, 2026
Last action: March 10, 2026
To Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)
Legislative History
Mar 3, 2026 · House
Introduced In House
Mar 3, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Mar 10, 2026 · House
To Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)
Primary Sponsor
jared.bauman@kylegislature.gov
