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Last action · February 26, 2026
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Introduced February 26, 2026

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Adjourned Sine Die
2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to the operation of a motor vehicle.

Amend KRS 189.340 to restrict travel in the leftmost lane of any multilane highway at a speed lower than the posted speed limit; provide exceptions; amend KRS 189.990 to set penalties.

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This bill would require drivers on multilane highways to avoid traveling in the leftmost lane at speeds below the posted speed limit. Certain exceptions would apply, and penalties would be set for violations. The goal is to keep the left lane clear for passing and help traffic move more smoothly. Who it may affect: drivers who regularly travel on multilane highways in Kentucky.

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Legislative History

Feb 26, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Feb 26, 2026 · Senate
To Committee On Committees (S)

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Aaron Reed

Senator · Senate District 07

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Phillip Wheeler

Senator · Senate District 31

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Greg Elkins

Senator · Senate District 28

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Shelley Frommeyer

Senator · Senate District 24

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Jimmy Higdon

Senator · Senate District 14

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Scott Madon

Senator · Senate District 29

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Stephen Meredith

Senator · Senate District 05

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Mike Nemes

Senator · Senate District 38

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Matt Nunn

Senator · Senate District 17

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Steve Rawlings

Senator · Senate District 11

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Craig Richardson

Senator · Senate District 03

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Lindsey Tichenor

Senator · Senate District 06

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Robin Webb

Senator · Senate District 18

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Steve West

Senator · Senate District 27

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Gex Williams

Senator · Senate District 20

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Mike Wilson

Senator · Senate District 32

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