Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 147: AN ACT relating to inheritance and estate tax.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 147 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to inheritance and estate tax. Primary sponsor: Peyton Griffee (Republican), Nima Kulkarni (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): to Appropriations & Revenue (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 140.160, relating to the inheritance and estate taxes, to extend the deadline for filing a tax return from 18 months to 36 months for deaths on or after August 1, 2026; amend KRS 140.210 to correspondingly extend the due date for payment of tax and discount; amend KRS 140.222 to conform.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peyton Griffee | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
| Nima Kulkarni | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 40 |
“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 Appropriations & Revenue (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House