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To Natural Resources & Energy (S)

Introduced February 13, 2026

Senate
Adjourned Sine Die
2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to hunter education.

Amend KRS 150.170 to exempt persons 18 years of age and older from the requirement to complete a hunter education course.

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This bill would remove the requirement for adults 18 and older to complete a hunter education course before obtaining a hunting license in Kentucky. Currently, hunter education is required for first-time hunters regardless of age. This change would only apply to adults, leaving the requirement in place for younger hunters. Who it may affect: adults seeking a hunting license for the first time in Kentucky.

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Legislative History

Feb 13, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Feb 13, 2026 · Senate
To Committee On Committees (S)
Mar 24, 2026 · Senate
To Natural Resources & Energy (S)

Primary Sponsor

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Gary Boswell

Senator · Senate District 08

Primary sponsor
gary.boswell@kylegislature.gov

Co-sponsors (2)

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Donald Douglas

Senator · Senate District 22

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Donald.Douglas@kylegislature.gov
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Phillip Wheeler

Senator · Senate District 31

Co-sponsor
Phillip.Wheeler@kylegislature.gov

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