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Last action · January 13, 2026
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Introduced January 8, 2026

House
Failed
2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to the Ten Commandments in public schools.

Amend KRS 158.195 to allow the reading or posting of the Ten Commandments in a public school building, classroom, or event.

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This bill would have changed Kentucky law to allow the Ten Commandments to be read aloud or displayed in public school buildings, classrooms, or school events. It did not pass. Who it may affect: public school students, teachers, and school administrators.

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Legislative History

Jan 13, 2026 · House
Withdrawn
Jan 8, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Jan 8, 2026 · House
Introduced In House

Primary Sponsor

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Portrait of Richard White

Richard White

Representative · House District 099

Primary sponsor
Richard.White@kylegislature.gov

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