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Last action · January 28, 2026

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Introduced January 20, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB444

AN ACT relating to the practice of audiology.

Amend KRS 334A.020 to redefine "practice of audiology" and define "sound processor."

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This bill updates Kentucky law to change how the practice of audiology is defined and to add a new definition for the term "sound processor." Updating these definitions can affect how audiologists are licensed and what services fall under their regulated practice in Kentucky. Who it may affect: licensed audiologists and patients who receive hearing-related care.

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