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Last action · February 12, 2026

To Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)

Introduced February 5, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB570

AN ACT relating to the election of Justices of the Supreme Court.

Amend KRS 118A.020 to establish that Justices of the Supreme Court shall be elected on a statewide basis; EFFECTIVE January 2, 2029.

Court, Supreme Effective Dates, Delayed Elections and Voting

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This bill would change how Kentucky Supreme Court justices are elected, requiring them to be chosen by voters statewide rather than by district. The change would take effect on January 2, 2029. Who it may affect: all registered Kentucky voters, and candidates seeking seats on the Kentucky Supreme Court.

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