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HB817

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AN ACT relating to concealing the birth of an infant.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 500 to remove penalties or prosecutions based on pregnancy outcomes; repeal KRS 530.030 related to concealing the birth of an infant.

Crimes and PunishmentsCriminal ProcedureReproductive IssuesWomenCorrections Impact

Introduced: March 2, 2026

Last action: March 9, 2026

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Legislative History

Mar 2, 2026 · House
Introduced In House
Mar 2, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Mar 9, 2026 · House
To Judiciary (H)

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Sarah Stalker

Representative · House District 034

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sarah.stalker@kylegislature.gov
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Co-sponsors (2)

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Lindsey Burke

Representative · House District 075

Co-sponsor
lindsey.burke@kylegislature.gov
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Mary Marzian

Representative · House District 041

Co-sponsor
marylou.marzian@kylegislature.gov
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