HB170
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Amend KRS 446.350 to define terms; outline appropriate relief if a government substantially burdens a person's sincerely held religious belief; apply to laws adopted before or after the effective date; include severability clause; waive sovereign and governmental immunity.
Introduced: January 7, 2026
Last action: January 14, 2026
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This bill would change Kentucky law to set rules about when the government can place a significant burden on a person's sincerely held religious beliefs. It defines key terms, describes what legal relief a person can seek if their religious beliefs are substantially burdened by a government action, and applies to both existing and future laws. It also waives certain legal protections that normally shield the government from being sued, making it easier for individuals…
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