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Last action · January 14, 2026

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Introduced January 7, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB119

AN ACT relating to Black History Season.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 2 to designate January 15 to April 4 of each year as Black History Season; require the Governor to proclaim Black History Season and to encourage Kentuckians to acknowledge its significance.

Commendations and Recognitions Governor Historical Affairs Race Relations

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This bill would officially designate January 15 through April 4 as Black History Season in Kentucky each year. It would require the Governor to formally proclaim this period and encourage Kentuckians to recognize its significance. Who it may affect: all Kentuckians, particularly educators, students, and community organizations focused on history and civic awareness.

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