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HB251
Log in to followAN ACT relating to hazardous duty coverage in the Kentucky Employees Retirement System.
Amend KRS 61.592 to redefine "hazardous position" to include Department of Kentucky State Police forensic lab and crime scene personnel.
Introduced: January 8, 2026
Last action: January 15, 2026
To State Government (H)
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This bill would update the definition of "hazardous position" in Kentucky's state employee retirement system to include forensic lab and crime scene personnel who work for the Kentucky State Police. If approved, those employees would qualify for the same hazardous duty retirement benefits currently available to other workers in positions classified as hazardous. Who it may affect: Kentucky State Police forensic lab and crime scene employees.
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Legislative History
Jan 8, 2026 · House
Introduced In House
Jan 8, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Jan 15, 2026 · House
To State Government (H)
Primary Sponsor
Ashley.TackettLaferty@kylegislature.gov
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