Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 110: AN ACT relating to adoption.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 110 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to adoption. Primary sponsor: Stephanie Dietz (Republican), Emily Callaway (Republican), Kim Moser (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): to Families & Children (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amend KRS 199.470 to prohibit an unmarried couple from jointly adopting any child; amend KRS 199.520 to provide that an adoption of a child shall not terminate the legal relationship between the adopted child and the biological parent when the adopting parent is the legally married spouse of the biological parent.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Dietz | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 65 |
| Emily Callaway | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 37 |
| Kim Moser | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 64 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- to Families & Children (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House