AN ACT relating to education.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 156 to make findings and declarations about locally driven innovation and the intent of the General Assembly to permit flexibility for school districts to improve practices; amend KRS 156.161 to modify the waiver process and the waiver authority of the Kentucky Board of Education; require the Kentucky Department of Education to assist local boards of education in the development of waiver requests; specify the analysis the department shall…

Reports Mandated Sunset Legislation Funds Education, Finance Education, Vocational Public Buildings and Grounds Administrative Regulations and Proceedings Boards and Commissions Education, Elementary and Secondary

Introduced: February 26, 2026

Last action: April 14, 2026

Delivered To Secretary Of State (Acts Ch. 180)

In effect since July 15, 2026

Acts from the 2026 Regular Session that don't carry an emergency clause or set their own effective date took effect 90 days after the session adjourned (Ky. Constitution § 55).

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This bill changes how Kentucky school districts can request exceptions to state education rules, making it easier for local schools to try new approaches. It creates a formal process for schools to become "schools of innovation" with special flexibility, and establishes a pilot program that runs through June 30, 2028, with annual reports to state lawmakers on how it is working. Who it may affect: local school districts, school administrators, and the Kentucky Board of Education.

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