Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 241: AN ACT relating to the exemption of certain animal services from sales and use tax.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 241 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to the exemption of certain animal services from sales and use tax. Primary sponsor: Richard White (Republican), Scott Lewis (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 15, 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 139.470 to exempt from sales and use tax pet adoption fees and certain small veterinarian service fees charged by local government animal shelters and nonprofit animal welfare organizations; apply to transactions on or after August 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard White | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 99 |
| Scott Lewis | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 14 |
“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