Introduced February 27, 2026
SB291
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Amend KRS 433.900 to define terms relating to secondary metals recyclers; repeal and reenact KRS 433.902 to require secondary metals recyclers to be licensed; create new sections of KRS Chapter 433 to provide for the licensing of secondary metals recyclers by the Motor Vehicle Commission (commission); require the commission to submit an annual report to the Legislative Research Commission; authorize the commission to promulgate administrative regulations; amend KRS 433.906 to conform; repeal, reenact, and amend…
In effect since April 14, 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).
Plain-language summary
This bill creates a new licensing system for businesses that buy and sell scrap metals and recycled vehicles or machinery in Kentucky, moving oversight from the Department of Highways to the Motor Vehicle Commission. It also requires these recyclers to log all metals transactions into a law enforcement database called LeadsOnline and maintain detailed records, with intentionally skipping that step treated as evidence that a person knew the metal was stolen. Buying or selling copper…
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Brandon Storm
Senator · Senate District 21
Co-sponsors (1)
Matthew Deneen
Senator · Senate District 10
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