Introduced

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Became law

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

Last action · March 6, 2025

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Introduced February 18, 2025

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2025 Regular Session

HB621

AN ACT relating to children.

Create new section of KRS Chapter 635 to establish penalties for children who violate KRS 508.075, 508.078, or 508.080; amend KRS 159.170 to prohibit transfer of a student to an at-home private school while certain proceedings are pending.

Children and Minors Corrections Impact Crimes and Punishments Criminal Procedure Education, Elementary and Secondary

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This bill creates penalties for minors who violate certain laws and prevents a student from being transferred to an at-home private school while related legal proceedings are ongoing. It appears aimed at closing a potential loophole that could allow students involved in certain cases to avoid accountability through a school transfer. The bill is currently in committee in the Kentucky House. Who it may affect: children and families involved in juvenile legal proceedings, as well as school administrators.

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