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Passed Senate
Passed House
Became law
Last action · April 27, 2026
Signed By Governor (Acts Ch. 200)

Introduced January 7, 2026

Senate
Signed By Governor
2026 Regular Session

SB37

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AN ACT relating to state symbols.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 2 to designate the Treeing Walker Coonhound as the official state dog of Kentucky.

Animals, Livestock, and PoultryHunting and FishingState Symbols and Emblems

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 makes the Treeing Walker Coonhound the official state dog of Kentucky by adding it to the list of state symbols in state law. The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a breed with deep roots in Kentucky history and hunting traditions. Who it may affect: Kentuckians interested in state history and culture, as well as hunting and dog breeding communities.

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Legislative History

Apr 27, 2026 · Senate
Signed By Governor (Acts Ch. 200)
Apr 15, 2026 · House
House Roll Call No. 510
Passed
Yea: 64
Nay: 17
Absent: 19
Apr 15, 2026 · House
House Roll Call No. 509
Passed
Yea: 75
Nay: 3
Absent: 22
Apr 15, 2026 · Senate
Delivered To Governor (clerical)
Apr 15, 2026 · Senate
Enrolled, Signed By Speaker Of The House
Apr 15, 2026 · Senate
Enrolled, Signed By President Of The Senate
Apr 15, 2026 · Senate
Passed 36-1
Yea: 36
Nay: 1
Absent: 1
Apr 15, 2026 · Senate
Senate Concurred In Floor Amendments (1) And (3) And Floor Amendment (2-Title) (clerical)
Apr 15, 2026 · House
3rd Reading, Passed 83-7 With Floor Amendments (1) And (3) And Floor Amendment (2-Title)
Yea: 83
Nay: 7
Not voting: 3
Absent: 7
Feb 27, 2026 · Senate
3rd Reading, Passed 36-0
Yea: 36
Nay: 0
Absent: 2

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Robin Webb

Senator · Senate District 18

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