Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 212: AN ACT relating to rabies vaccinations.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 212 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to rabies vaccinations. Primary sponsor: Susan Witten (Republican), Chris Freeland (Republican), Daniel Grossberg (Democratic), Vanessa Grossl (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 104).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amend KRS 258.005 to define "veterinarian" and "veterinary technician"; amend KRS 258.015 to authorize a Kentucky-licensed veterinary technician to vaccinate a dog, cat, or ferret against rabies; require that a Kentucky-licensed veterinary technician authorized to vaccinate a dog, cat, or ferret against rabies be under the direct supervision of a veterinarian that is located on the premises of the facility.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Witten | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 31 |
| Chris Freeland | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
| Daniel Grossberg | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Vanessa Grossl | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 88 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 104)
- delivered to Governor
- enrolled, signed by President of the Senate
- enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House
- received in House
- 3rd reading, passed 38-0
- posted for passage in the Consent Orders of the Day for Friday, March 27 2026
- 2nd reading, to Rules as a consent bill
- reported favorably, 1st reading, to Consent Calendar
- to Agriculture (S)
- to Committee on Committees (S)
- received in Senate
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