HB511
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Amend KRS 532.031, relating to hate crimes, to include offenses committed against an individual because of political creed; amend KRS 15.334 and 17.1523 to conform.
Introduced: January 28, 2026
Last action: February 4, 2026
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This bill would update Kentucky's hate crime law to include crimes motivated by a victim's political beliefs. Currently, hate crime protections cover characteristics such as race, religion, and sexual orientation; this bill would add political creed to that list. It also makes related updates to other state laws to keep them consistent with the change. Who it may affect: Kentuckians who are targeted for crimes because of their political beliefs, as well as law enforcement and courts involved in charging and prosecuting such offenses.
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