AN ACT relating to the Kentucky State Police and declaring an emergency.

Amend KRS 16.197 to allow an individual previously appointed to Trooper R Class or commercial vehicle enforcement officer R class to return to service with the Department of Kentucky State Police after 1 month of separation from service but no more than 60 months following the individual's latest separation date from service.

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Introduced: January 15, 2026

Last action: April 9, 2026

(Acts Ch. 63)

In effect since April 9, 2026

This act carries an emergency clause, so it took effect as soon as it became law instead of waiting the usual 90 days after the session adjourned (Ky. Constitution § 55).

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This bill changes the rules for when former Kentucky State Police troopers and commercial vehicle enforcement officers can return to work after leaving the department. Previously retired or separated officers in these classifications may now come back as early as one month after leaving, as long as they return within 60 months of their most recent separation date. The emergency declaration means the change takes effect immediately upon signing. Who it may affect: former Kentucky State Police troopers and commercial vehicle enforcement officers considering returning to service.

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