Kentucky · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 42: AN ACT relating to intercollegiate athletics in the Commonwealth.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 42 is a bill introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT relating to intercollegiate athletics in the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Matt Lehman (Democratic), George Brown (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): to Postsecondary Education (H).
Generated automatically from the official title, sponsor list, and status record only. It does not characterize the bill’s purpose or effects. How summaries are written
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 164 to declare findings; set mandated annual varsity athletic game requirements for the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, Eastern Kentucky University, Kentucky State University, Morehead State University, Murray State University, Northern Kentucky University, and Western Kentucky University in various sports; ensure existing contracts of public postsecondary institutions are not violated.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Lehman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| George Brown | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 77 |
“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 Postsecondary Education (H)
- to Committee on Committees (H)
- introduced in House