Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 249: AN ACT relating to involuntary commitment.

Passed one chamber Last action February 24, 2026: to Committee on Committees (S)

Plain-language summary

HB 249 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to involuntary commitment. Primary sponsor: Mitch Whitaker (Republican), Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic), Daniel Grossberg (Democratic), Bill Wesley (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 24, 2026): to Committee on Committees (S).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mitch Whitaker (Republican); Beverly Chester-Burton (Democratic); Daniel Grossberg (Democratic); Bill Wesley (Republican).