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Last action · January 29, 2026
To Appropriations & Revenue (H)

Introduced January 21, 2026

House
Adjourned Sine Die
2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to the home installation credit.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 141 establishing the refundable home installation credit, not to exceed $7,500 annually, for qualifying home installations to increase the habitability or efficiency of the residence for individuals that are age 65 or older or have a physical or mental impairment; effective for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, but before January 1, 2031; amend KRS 141.0205 to establish ordering of the credit; amend KRS 131.190 to allow information to be provided to the Legislative Research Commission.

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This bill would create a new state income tax credit of up to $7,500 per year for Kentuckians who make qualifying improvements to their home to make it more livable or energy-efficient. To qualify, the homeowner must be 65 or older or have a physical or mental impairment. The credit would be refundable and available for tax years 2027 through 2030. Who it may affect: Kentuckians who are 65 or older or who have a physical or mental impairment and own their home.

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Legislative History

Jan 21, 2026 · House
Introduced In House
Jan 21, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Jan 29, 2026 · House
To Appropriations & Revenue (H)

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Nima Kulkarni

Representative · House District 040

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Nima.Kulkarni@kylegislature.gov

Co-sponsors (2)

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Jason Nemes

Representative · House District 033

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Jason.Nemes@kylegislature.gov
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Chris Lewis

Representative · House District 029

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chris.lewis@kylegislature.gov

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