AN ACT relating to city franchises.

Amend KRS 69.010 to change the time period that a city has to provide for the sale of a new franchise before the expiration of the current utility franchise from 18 months to 6 months.

Cities Cities, First Class Public Utilities

Introduced: January 12, 2026

Last action: April 13, 2026

(Acts Ch. 108)

In effect since July 15, 2026

Acts from the 2026 Regular Session that don't carry an emergency clause or set their own effective date took effect 90 days after the session adjourned (Ky. Constitution § 55).

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This bill shortens the window cities have to arrange the sale of a new utility franchise before an existing one expires, changing that deadline from 18 months to 6 months. This affects how cities manage the transition between utility service contracts within their borders. Who it may affect: city governments and public utility providers operating under city franchises.

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