Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 72: AN ACT relating to the recruitment and retention of health care professionals and declaring an emergency.

Passed one chamber Last action February 17, 2026: to Committee on Committees (H)

Plain-language summary

SB 72 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky Senate on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the recruitment and retention of health care professionals and declaring an emergency. Primary sponsor: Don Douglas (Republican), Gary Boswell (Republican), Greg Elkins (Republican), Robby Mills (Republican), Matt Nunn (Republican), Steve Rawlings (Republican), Gex Williams (Republican), Max Wise (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): to Committee on Committees (H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Don Douglas (Republican); Gary Boswell (Republican); Greg Elkins (Republican); Robby Mills (Republican); and 4 more.