Introduced

Passed House

Passed Senate

Became law

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

Last action · February 17, 2026

To Judiciary (H)

Introduced February 9, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB602

AN ACT relating to crimes and punishments.

Amend KRS 501.030 to insert gender-neutral language.

Crimes and Punishments Criminal Procedure

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This bill updates the wording of an existing Kentucky law about crimes and punishments to use gender-neutral language. It does not change the substance or penalties of the law, only the phrasing used to refer to people.

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Legislative History

Feb 9, 2026 · House

In House

Feb 9, 2026 · House

To Committee On Committees (H)

Feb 17, 2026 · House

To Judiciary (H)

Primary Sponsor

Pamela Stevenson

Representative · House District 043

Primary sponsor

Pamela.Stevenson@kylegislature.gov

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