Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 400: AN ACT relating to fertility treatment.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 400 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to fertility treatment. Primary sponsor: Lindsey Burke (Democratic), Adrielle Camuel (Democratic), Mary Lou Marzian (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2026): to Judiciary (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 216 to define terms; establish fundamental rights relating to fertility treatment; prohibit the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from denying, burdening, or infringing on those rights unless justified by a compelling state interest achieved by the least restrictive means; prohibit the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from discriminating in the protection or enforcement of those rights; create a civil cause of action against a state or local official who violates those rights.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsey Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Adrielle Camuel | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 93 |
| Mary Lou Marzian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
“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 Judiciary (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House