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Became law

Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · February 13, 2026

To Primary And Secondary Education (H)

Introduced February 6, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB591

AN ACT relating to a performing arts career pathway.

Amend KRS 158.814 to require the Kentucky Department of Education to develop a career and technical education program or pathway in performing arts.

Education, Vocational State Agencies

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This bill would require the Kentucky Department of Education to create a formal career and technical education program focused on performing arts. It would establish performing arts as an official pathway students can pursue alongside more traditional career and technical education options. Who it may affect: Kentucky students interested in performing arts careers, public school educators, and school districts that may offer the new pathway.

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