Introduced

Passed Senate

Passed House

Became law

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

Last action · February 24, 2026

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Introduced February 24, 2026

Senate

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

SB239

AN ACT relating to children.

Amend KRS 158.1415 to remove provisions related to parental rights and courses, curriculums, or programs on human sexuality; provide for a process for parents to opt out of their child receiving instruction on the subject of human sexuality; amend KRS 158.191 to remove language limiting Kentucky Board of Education or Department of Education policies regarding student confidential information and the use of pronouns; require a local school district to use pronouns for students upon a…

Children and Minors Education, Elementary and Secondary Health and Medical Services Mental Health Parental Rights Pharmacists Public Health

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This bill makes several changes to Kentucky law related to how public schools handle topics of human sexuality and gender identity, and how medical providers may treat minors for gender dysphoria. In schools, it would allow parents to opt their child out of human sexuality instruction, require medical documentation before a school uses a student's requested pronouns, and require schools to offer private accommodations in restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms to any student who…

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