AN ACT proposing to amend Section 77 of the Constitution of Kentucky relating to limiting the Governor's ability to grant pardons and commute sentences.

This bill proposes a change to Kentucky's Constitution that would prevent the Governor from pardoning individuals or reducing criminal sentences during a specific window of time — starting 60 days before a gubernatorial election and lasting until the new Governor is inaugurated. Because it is a constitutional amendment, it would not become law unless Kentucky voters approve it at the ballot box. Who it may affect: Kentucky voters, who would decide whether to ratify or reject this change, and individuals seeking a pardon or sentence reduction during a gubernatorial election period.

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