Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 286: AN ACT relating to veteran entrepreneurs.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 286 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to veteran entrepreneurs. Primary sponsor: Adam Moore (Democratic), Peyton Griffee (Republican), Emily Callaway (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (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 Subchapter 12 of KRS Chapter 154 to create the Veteran Entrepreneur Program to be administered by the Office of Entrepreneurship; establish requirements and program details; amend KRS 154.12-277 and 154.12-278 to include the Veteran Entrepreneur Program; and amend KRS 154.12-330 to give preference to veterans in the issuance of small business loans.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Moore | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Peyton Griffee | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
| Emily Callaway | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 37 |
“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 Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House