Introduced

Passed House

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Became law

Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · January 20, 2026

To Judiciary (H)

Introduced January 12, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB308

AN ACT relating to sex crimes.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 532 to provide that any person who has been convicted of, pled guilty to, or entered an Alford plea to a sex crime in which the victim was under the age of 12 shall undergo medroxyprogesterone acetate treatment; provide that treatment shall begin no later than 1 month before the person is released from custody; provide that treatment shall continue until the person is released from probation, parole,…

Corrections and Correctional Facilities, State Crimes and Punishments Criminal Procedure Drugs and Medicines Probation and Parole Corrections Impact

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This bill would require people convicted of sex crimes against children under age 12 to receive medroxyprogesterone acetate, a chemical treatment intended to reduce sex drive. Treatment would be administered by the Department of Corrections, starting no later than one month before release and continuing through any period of probation, parole, or supervised release. A licensed physician would evaluate each person before treatment begins to determine if they are a suitable candidate. Who it may affect: people convicted of sex crimes against young children, and those overseeing their supervision such as corrections staff and parole officers.

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