Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 196: AN ACT relating to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 196 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Primary sponsor: Nima Kulkarni (Democratic), Al Gentry (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): to Natural Resources & Energy (H).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 211 to establish a PFAS Working Group; establish membership and duties; create new sections of Subchapter 10 of KRS Chapter 224 to define terms; establish a reporting requirement for manufacturers that intentionally added PFAS in products manufactured for sale or distribution in the Commonwealth; establish a reporting requirement for PFAS released in the Commonwealth by manufacturers that intentionally include PFAS in manufactured products; amend KRS 224.99-030 to establish penalty for noncompliance with reporting requirements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nima Kulkarni | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 40 |
| Al Gentry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“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 Natural Resources & Energy (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House