Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 342: AN ACT relating to employment advertising.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 342 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to employment advertising. Primary sponsor: Lisa Willner (Democratic), Nima Kulkarni (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (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 337 to prohibit employers from publishing job postings for ghost jobs; amend KRS 337.990 to establish a penalty for violations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Willner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| 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 Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House