Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 749: AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Office of Public Defense.

In committee Last action March 4, 2026: to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H)

Plain-language summary

HB 749 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on February 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Office of Public Defense. Primary sponsor: T.J. Roberts (Republican), Steven Doan (Republican), Josh Calloway (Republican), Ryan Dotson (Republican), John Hodgson (Republican), Thomas Huff (Republican), Bill Wesley (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: T.J. Roberts (Republican); Steven Doan (Republican); Josh Calloway (Republican); Ryan Dotson (Republican); and 3 more.