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2026 Regular Session
HB180
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Amend KRS 620.140 to expand the ability for a dependent, neglected, or abused youth to request to have his or her commitment extended or reinstated beyond the age of 18.
Introduced: January 7, 2026
Last action: January 14, 2026
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This bill would change Kentucky law to make it easier for young people who have been in the child welfare system due to dependency, neglect, or abuse to ask for their state supervision or support to continue past age 18. Currently, such commitments may end at 18, and this bill would expand the circumstances under which a youth can request an extension or reinstatement of that commitment. Who it may affect: young people transitioning out of the foster care or child welfare system.
Legislative History
Jan 7, 2026 ·
Introduced
Jan 14, 2026 ·
To Families & Children (H)
Primary Sponsor
sarah.stalker@kylegislature.gov